- Laboratory Management: Administrative staff ensure that laboratory operations run smoothly by managing inventory, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. - Grant Coordination: They assist in the identification of funding opportunities, preparation of grant proposals, and management of awarded funds. This includes budget tracking and financial reporting. - Project Administration: Overseeing the progress of research projects, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication between researchers and external collaborators. - Documentation and Reporting: Managing the documentation of research activities, maintaining records, and preparing reports for stakeholders, including funding agencies and institutional leadership.