Clinical Research Senior Financial Analyst

SUMMARY:

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Analyst resides within the Brown University Health Office of Cancer
Research (BHOCR), under the direction of a Department Research Finance Manager.
The position is recruiting a high-level performer of clinical research
administration functions and activities. The position will support and mentor
mid-level colleagues with assigned activities. The Clinical Research Financial Senior
Analyst may be assigned any of the following pre-award or post-award activities
for a portfolio of clinical research studies: calendar builds in OnCore
(clinical trial management system); Coverage Analysis; budget development and
negotiation; sponsor invoicing; sponsored account invoicing; accounts
receivable activities; study closeout activities, grant applications and
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completes work independently with limited direction and supervision from their manager.

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advises faculty and researchers on the preparation of sponsored research
applications and/or the financial management of various types of funds; and is
responsible for problem solving on behalf of the department.



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with central offices such as Research Finance, Accounts Payable, Research
Administration, Grants and Contracts, and the Clinical Trials Office.

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Calibri;mso-ansi-language:EN special projects/assignments either within the
department or across departments and may represent the Department at committees
and work groups.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialThe Clinical Research
Financial Senior Analyst is responsible for the financial management of the of
assigned clinical research projects: including but not all-inclusive of the span style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialplanning, developing, monitoring and coordinating the
departmental research administrative activities for assigned
department/programs within BHOCR. In this position you will collaborate
with and advise faculty and researchers on the preparation sponsored research
projects and the financial management of sponsored and institutional funds. You
will be responsible for a diverse set of funding types on various phases of
clinical research in adult and pediatric hematology-oncology.span style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial You will serve as a point person and facilitate
smooth coordination, communication, and problem resolution relative to research
administrative matters between department, research administration, faculty,
divisional leaders, and other hospital and university departments.

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style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialPre-Award
Management

ul style=margin-top:0in type=disc
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineResponsible
for facilitating study start up activities for new clinical trials at BHOCR.
This includes initial calendar and coverage analysis development, budget
negotiations and clinical trial agreement execution.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineProactively
works with faculty and/or professional staff to identify funding
opportunities and prepare applications for grants in compliance with
sponsor guidelines and Brown University Health standards for excellence
and timeliness.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineResponsible
for the timely and accurate completion of entire proposal (excluding
scientific content) for accuracy, presentation, and compliance.This
includes but is not limited to all administrative pages, narratives for
non-scientific areas of the grant (e.g., data sharing plan, resource
sharing plan, human subjects, etc.), and appendices.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineResponsible
for oversight of grant application submittal process, including monitoring
the application review process and submitting supplemental information.
Works with faculty to review summary sheets and plan responses/revised
applications, if applicable, and complete any JIT or program requests.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineAssists with
all progress reports and ensures compliance and responsiveness with
sponsor guidelines and requests.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineCommunicates institutional and funding agencies’ regulations and
policies on grants and contracts. Familiarizes administrative staff
regarding Rhode Island Hospital institutional research policies and
procedures. Responsible for coordinating and providing information to the
faculty about funding opportunities, requirements, and deadlines.


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style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialPost-Award
Management

ul style=margin-top:0in type=disc
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineResponsible for preparing and submitting invoices to Sponsors,
including tracking receipt of payment.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineResponsible for completing check requests for invoices the
department received through our vendors and tracking payments to external
companies.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineUpdates associated budgets and Medicare Coverage Analysus as
clinical research studies undergo amendments.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineUpon award,
finalizes the budget and works with Clinical Trials Office to get the
award set up properly in a timely manner.span style=font-size:
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li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineReviews
Notice of Award for any budgetary or other
restrictions/requirements.Works with faculty to assure understanding
of reporting and other requirements of PI.span style=font-size:
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li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineReviews
budget adjustments, restrictions, required responses with faculty and
ensures a timely response to the sponsor.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineManages
budget spending to guidelines, monitoring and reviewing allocation of
research funds, grant balances and charges, ensuring appropriate use of
funds under investigator control, both in terms of sponsor/external
regulations and Brown University Health policy. Calculates overhead and
fringe benefit charges; purchases equipment; ensures payment of salaries;
and generates spreadsheets.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineCompiles and
analyzes fiscal data; develops updates, disseminates accurate and complete
financial information to ensure compliance with all requirements of funded
programs.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselineAssists in managing the department post-award aspect of projects,
knowledge of sponsor, institutional and departmental requirements, ability
to interpret those requirements and competency in addressing the in-house
systems (research administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable,
finance, purchasing, human resources, payroll and pharmacy).


style=margin-left: 0.25in; vertical-align: baselineOngoing:

ul style=margin-top:0in type=disc
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialMaintains confidential and comprehensive
records of salary expenses and other disbursements, recommending
adjustments where necessary.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialMaintains communications with review
committees to learn of any new requirements and to help ensure compliance
with current regulations.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialPrepares/provides reports and
documents as requested by the managers; attends related meetings on
regular basis.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialRepresent department at research
administration management meetings and on hospital teams.


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style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialCompliance:

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li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; vertical-align: baselinePartners
with faculty and researchers to ensure adherence to internal and external
policies.
li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialMaintains
communications with review committees to learn of any new requirements and
to help ensure compliance with current regulations and policy updates.


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li class=MsoNormal style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialComplete
billing review for clinical research study participants in Epic/LifeChart.


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12.0ptThe Clinical Research Financial Senior Analyst is responsible for the
management of the research portfolios with limited direction and supervision
from their manager.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:



style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialBachelor’s degree
in business administration, finance or related area, or lieu, at least 5 years
of relevant research administration experience.span style=font-size:
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EXPERIENCE:



style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialAt least five to nine
years of experience preferred in a research/academic environment to include
federal and non-federal funding, grant application processes, and regulations
set by local, federal, hospital, and independent agencies. Oncology clinical
research experience preferred.

style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialExcellent verbal
and written skills are essential. The ability to interact with persons from
diverse backgrounds such as MD’s, PhD’s, research and administrative staff.

style=background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initialThorough
knowledge of microcomputers, peripheral equipment and networks. Thorough
knowledge of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Windows.
Ability to learn specific research access programs.



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:



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Pay Range:

$67,724.80-$111,716.80

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8a-4:30p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No