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Assists researchers in reviewing and processing sponsored project proposals and budgets while ensuring compliance with government regulations. Serves as the primary liaison between the University and sponsors for pre-award and post-award activities.
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)
Department/Organization: 702201 - Sponsored Program Admin
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy.
Job Summary: The OSP Grant and Contract Specialist II assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under moderate supervision. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government regulations related to pre-award and/or post-award sponsored project activities. Provides oversight and review of grant and contract activities prepared by the researchers and their administrative teams and provides resolution on moderately complex matters. Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor. May provide training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems and regulatory requirements. Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor.
Additional Department Summary: Assists faculty and staff in analyzing sources of sponsored support, in preparation and processing of applications and proposals for sponsored funding, and in pre-award and non-financial post-award administration of contracts and grants.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of grant and/or contract administration experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of grant and/or contract administration experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel. Customer service-oriented with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Three (3) years of experience in the preparation and processing of grant and/or contract proposals and sponsored agreement administration. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, budget development and proficiency with database applications. CRA.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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