Research Administrator Day

Research Administrator Day is celebrated annually on September 25th. Every research enterprise needs a scientific administrator to ensure its smooth operation. These specialists help scientists organize and conduct research. The work of such organizations is important because it not only moves science forward, but also motivates students to do science by providing grants and scholarships.

History

Research work is a direct path to new discoveries. Administrators accompany each study and perform several important functions – overseeing progress, monitoring compliance with the protocol, interpreting the results, and notifying the public about them.

Interesting Facts

• Scientific specialists are represented in various industries and areas – medicine, education, politics, and business.
• The profession of a scientific administrator appeared in 1940. There were few specialists, but gradually this area developed and became more significant.
• Research Administrator Day was started by the National Council of University Research Administrators in recognition of the profession.
• The largest non-profit organization that brings together scientific administrators is NCURA.

How to take part

If you know representatives of this profession, congratulate them on their professional holiday, and thank them for their important and responsible work. Talk about their successes on social networks. Recognition of professionalism motivates and boosts morale. Read and learn more about this job. If you are young and your career has not yet begun, perhaps the information will inspire you.

When is Research Administrator Day in 2023?

Research Administrator Day is observed on September 25 each year.

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