Grants and Contracts Administrator/Specialist
The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia | |
$50,000 for the Specialist role or starting at $60,000 for the Administrator role, commensurate with experience. | |
remote work | |
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville | |
1215 Lee Street (Show on map) | |
Sep 25, 2024 | |
The School of Medicine's Office of Grants and Contracts is seeking to hire a Grants and Contracts Administrator OR Grants and Contracts Specialist who can perform research administration tasks in support of and in collaboration with the Grants and Contracts Senior Administrative team. These positions aim to attract career-minded professionals who are interested in a research administration career pathway that supports academic biomedical research faculty and staff. The ideal candidate will be a motivated learner, excited by working with a high performing team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The candidate will be able to work with a large customer base by communicating clearly, professionally, and confidently in both written and oral communication. Critical thinking, multi-tasking, and practical decision-making are necessary skills. A demonstrated ability to thrive in a team environment, but working independently with appropriate guidance and mentorship are highly valued. Prior experience with Grants and Contracts administration in an academic setting is preferred, but related professional experience will be considered for the right candidate. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule involving two-three days in the Charlottesville office and two-three days of remote work. The projected salary range for this position: starting at $50,000 for the Specialist role or starting at $60,000 for the Administrator role, commensurate with experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Grants and Contracts Administrators facilitate the proposal submission and award administration process. They understand sponsor requirements and interpret guidelines for the Principal Investigator. They are responsible for the processing of proposal or award transactions, communicating with sponsors as needed, and serving as the primary contact for internal and external subcontracts and sponsors. They may perform a range of other duties within their organizations, as needed, but are distinguished by their expertise in grants and contracts administration. Administrators are expected to perform the following duties independently:
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Grants and Contracts Specialists manage the submission process for grant and contract proposals or the reconciliation and administration of the award, or both. In certain circumstances, they may assume a range of other duties on behalf of their organization, however they are distinguished by their specialized knowledge of the grants and contracts processes and their participation in the administration of grant and contract funding for the unit. Specialists are expected to perform the following duties under supervision of a trainer/mentor orwith minimal supervision:
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Grants & Contracts Administrator: Education: Bachelor's degree Grants & Contracts Specialist: PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit https://hr.virginia.edu/benefits. This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment. TO APPLY Please apply through Careers at UVA, and search for R0061090. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:
Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. References will be completed via UVA's standardized process Skill Survey during the final phase of the interview process. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiting Specialist at xmf9ad@virginia.edu. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. |