Grant and contract administrator

Posting Number: req19031

Department: Research Administration

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The role of the Grant and Contract Administrator, IV is to support Principal Investigators by handling administrative and technical duties related to grants, contracts, and external agreements from funding sources. Additionally, the Grants Administrator IV acts as a liaison to the Office of Sponsored Project Services. Pre-award services, including grants management, proposal review and preparation, are provided, with a focus on collaborating with Principal Investigators and research staff to ensure adherence to regulations, terms, and conditions. The primary focus of this position is to offer pre-award services encompassing grants management, proposal review and preparation. The position is expected to work closely with principal investigators and other research personnel to guarantee compliance with regulations, terms, and conditions, including oversight of subaward/subcontracting issuance and administration.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with
  researchers to prepare grant proposals, ensuring adherence to sponsor
  and University of Arizona guidelines and requirements.
• Coordinates
  submission of ancillary actions such as Just-in-Time information,
  rebudgets, no cost extensions, etc. and facilitates contract
  negotiations.
• Provides guidance to faculty and staff on proposal development and budget construction.
• Conducts thorough analysis of budgets to ensure accuracy of expenditure calculations.
• Represents the unit on university committees and contributes expertise to drive positive change.
• Contributes
  to special projects and provides administrative support as needed.
  Provides direction to junior staff members and fulfills additional
  job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Proficient in navigating the intricate landscape of
  research administration guidelines, encompassing both Federal and non-Federal
  sponsors, particularly within the dynamic setting of a university.
• Acquainted with the regulatory nuances concerning human
  and animal research subjects, financial conflict of interest, biosafety
  protocols, and other pertinent compliance requirements.
• Capable of efficiently managing a substantial volume of
  transactions, accompanied by adeptness in conducting intricate financial
  analyses and crafting tailored reports using spreadsheet and database software.
• Exhibits autonomy in decision-making, fortified by
  excellent communication skills geared towards delivering exemplary customer
  service across diverse research domains.
• Remains abreast of evolving compliance regulations,
  encompassing a comprehensive understanding of generally accepted research
  administration standards.
• Displays adept interpersonal skills vital for engaging
  with a wide array of individuals and groups.
• Possesses an in-depth understanding of regulatory
  frameworks such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal
  Regulations, and sponsor-specific policies, alongside a keen grasp of conflict
  of interest stipulations, and publication protocols.
• Proficient in navigating OMB circulars including
  Universal Guidance, A-21, and A-110, as well as principles underpinning cost
  accounting standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing and submitting high volume, high value grant proposals.
• Professional certification preferred.
• Experience with UAccess Research and Analytics preferred.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $75,540 - $98,201

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

10

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator .

Grade Range Minimum

$75540

Grade Range Midpoint

$98201

Grade Range Maximum

$120863

Career Stream and Level

PC4

Job Family

Grant & Contract Admin

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Rachel Crookston

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Review of applications will occur two weeks after posting date. This position is eligible for Flexible Work Arrangement as Fully Remote (in-state).

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At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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