QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s or ideally Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in academic research administration, research grant management, working experience in a university or academic institute.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in handling research data, in a university or research-intensive environment.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Proficiency in financial and grant management systems.
• Strong analytical skills for budget forecasting and expenditure tracking.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and other data management tools.
• Experience in dealing with government funding agencies and international research grants is preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to engage with funding bodies and faculty members.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced research environment.
• High attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to maintaining research integrity.

• Grant Management:
• Oversee the administration of internal and external research grants, ensuring compliance with AU internal and external funding agency requirements.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of grants, from application and award processing to monitoring and reporting.
• Work closely with faculty members to assist in the preparation and submission of grant proposals.
• Monitor expenditure, budget allocation, and financial compliance for awarded research projects.
• Research Publication Fee Processing:
• Handle the full cycle of research related payments and reimbursements in coordination with faculty, publishers, and internal offices at the university.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of all requests, maintaining detailed financial records.
• External Grant Acquisition & Outreach:
• Act as AU’s liaison with governmental agencies and funding organizations to secure research grants and funding opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funding bodies to enhance AU’s research funding portfolio.
• Organize workshops and training sessions to assist faculty in securing external research funding.
• Strategic Research Support & Reporting:
• Consolidate research funding data, prepare analytical reports, and support AU’s research strategy.
• Coordinate with relevant university departments to ensure smooth implementation of research policies and procedures.
• Support ranking and accreditation efforts by providing accurate and timely data related to research funding and outputs.