National Research Administrator Day is observed in the United States every September 25 to recognize the contributions of research administrators and managers who support the research process. Established in 2015 by the National Council of Research Administrators, this unofficial professional day highlights the essential role that research administrators play in facilitating research activities, allowing scientists and scholars to focus on their work. Their responsibilities include researching funding sources, writing grant proposals, negotiating research contracts, and managing finances. The profession of research administration has its roots in the 1940s and has seen growing demand across various sectors, including higher education, healthcare, government, and non-profit organizations. Although not an official holiday, it is celebrated by those in the research administration field throughout the United States.