RESEARCH COORDINATOR

The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is one of the largest academic units on the UW Seattle campus, employing over 1400 tenure-track and research faculty, in 43 departments and centers, and generating an average $120 million dollars in sponsored research each year. CAS is comprised of 4 major divisions – Arts, Humanities, Social Science and Natural Science – whose cutting-edge research spans from malaria treatment to solar energy to human rights.  CAS is home to diverse music, art, drama, dance, digital arts academic units and degrees, and runs one performance hall (Meany) and two major museums (Henry Art and Burke).  CAS academic programs support more than 22,000 undergraduates and 2600 graduate students. The College occupies over 1 million square feet of space spread across campus and off-campus facilities in more than 50 buildings. 

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington supports the research activities of nearly 45 faculty who apply for and receive funding from a wide variety of public and private agencies. The Department has annual grant and contract expenditures of ~$25 million, and it is home to three federally-funded research centers. The Chemistry Finance Group, under the direction of the Director of Finance, is responsible for oversight, management, and administration of research and financial activities for the Department of Chemistry.

The Chemistry Finance Group has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Coordinator. This position is part of a team of three that provide research administrative support to our faculty. They facilitate pre-award proposal preparation and award reporting processes, interacting with Department and University offices and research personnel related to PI groups and projects.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management