Research Grants Specialist

at Villanova University
Published June 27, 2026
Location Villanova, Pennsylvania
Category Research Administration  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Job Summary

Villanova University is recruiting for a Research Grants Specialist in Villanova, Pennsylvania. This higher education position supports the institution through work in Research Administration. The description below summarizes available employer posting details and is formatted for WPJobBoard import use.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Core Role: Support the functions of Research Administration within a college or university environment.
  • Student/Campus Support: Serve students, faculty, staff, applicants, researchers, alumni, community members, or campus partners depending on the position.
  • Operations: Maintain accurate records, coordinate communications, manage workflows, and follow institutional procedures.
  • Collaboration: Work with departments, supervisors, and campus partners to improve service delivery and outcomes.
  • Compliance: Support applicable university policies, regulatory expectations, data standards, safety practices, or professional guidelines.

Experience

  • Grant support, sponsored programs, reporting, compliance, faculty communication, and research administration preferred.
  • Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills are helpful for this role.
  • Experience in higher education or a related professional setting is preferred when applicable.

Salary

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Location

Villanova, Pennsylvania

Application

Apply directly through the employer posting: https://jobs.villanova.edu/

Source Note

Villanova University jobs portal lists staff and research opportunities.