Research Grant Administrator Jobs

Med-Pediatrics Research Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23003421)

Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants, contracts, and budgets. Maintains award-related schedules, prepares complex government applications and reports, and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves complex issues, and reviews routine financial documents. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position will be 100% remote. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist III (Pre & Post-Award)

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Grants & Contracts

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Shift determined by manager.

Work Arrangement Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume

Optional Documents Cover Letter

Essential Functions •Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts not limited to overseeing the processing of invoices, conducting complex cost analyses, re-budgeting projects, setting up sub-awards, and coordinating supply and equipment purchases. •Prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants, contracts, and budgets; processes amendments, modifications, extensions, and terminations of contracts; arbitrates claims and complaints. •Maintains award-related schedules; ensures the complete and accurate collection and distribution of all materials. •Monitors account activity including expenditures, cost transfers, adjustments, reconciliations, and other related transactions; performs internal audits and resolves complex issues. •Ensures accuracy and adherence to budgets, sponsor terms, federal regulations, policies, and procedures; provides policy and procedure interpretation. •Prepares complex applications and reports to federal and sponsoring agencies; analyzes financial documentation and reviews routine reports. •Develops and implements accounting techniques, policies, and procedures to reduce expenses and improve operations. •Tracks multiple grants and contracts to advise University employees on long-term financial viability; educates employees on grant and contract procedures. •Assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.

Physical Effort Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.