Scientific Research Administrator Intern - Grants Management (2027)
Libris Innovations
Summary
IBRI is seeking a student interested in grants, nonprofit funding, philanthropy, research administration, or public health. The intern will help support grant proposals, funder research, reporting, and documentation.
Job description
Program Details
- Program Dates: May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027
- Schedule: 35 hours per week
- Stipend: $9,650 for the full program, disbursed in bi-weekly installments
Responsibilities
- Research grant opportunities, foundations, and funding priorities.
- Help organize proposal materials, timelines, and required attachments.
- Support grant reporting by gathering updates and documentation.
- Maintain grant calendars, files, and funder information.
- Draft short summaries, updates, and stewardship materials.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in nonprofit management, public policy, business, communications, life sciences, public health, or a related field.
- Interest in grants, sponsored programs, nonprofit funding, research administration, or philanthropy.
- Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to track deadlines and requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to the full duration of the internship.
Requirements
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in nonprofit management, public policy, business, communications, life sciences, public health, or a related field.
- Interest in grants, sponsored programs, nonprofit funding, research administration, or philanthropy.
- Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to track deadlines and requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to the full duration of the internship.
Benefits
- Stipend
- 35 hours per week
Company overview
Libris Innovations is the for-profit venture creation subsidiary of the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI), headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company serves as an engine for translating IBRI's most promising scientific discoveries into new life sciences companies dedicated to delivering medical innovations for patients in need. Libris oversees the identification, formation, and capitalization of biotechnology ventures originating from IBRI and partner innovation, providing strategic guidance and advisory support to help early-stage biotech companies attract the capital, talent, and resources needed to succeed. Led by CEO Ramani Varanasi, a seasoned biopharma executive with over 30 years of experience in company formation and value creation, Libris partners with scientific founders, industry collaborators, and investors to build capital-efficient, data-driven companies positioned for clinical milestones and strategic partnerships. Portfolio companies benefit from IBRI's strategic direction, business operations support, and enabling scientific services, helping move discoveries from research through development and commercialization.