Responsible for managing pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within a Research Administration Service Units (RASU) using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills. Manages the day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio. Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross functional team. Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.

Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity

Knowledge of University policies and procedures relating to grant and contracts activity

Knowledge of University processes, systems and offices related to and/or involved in grant and contract submission and management

Ability to work with the pre-award specialists and solve problems, answer questions, and give guidance on pre-award activities and other grants management topics on a daily basis

Work with colleagues/team members to jointly solve questions and challenges in their daily work

High-level interpersonal skills in a professional environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions

Ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contracts management

Proficient use of computers; requires solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously

Ability to create high-quality written documents

Ability to interact and communicate with senior leadership

Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Proactively resolve issues in a timely manner

Excellent customer service orientation

Deadline oriented; work well under pressure

Ability to mentor personnel for professional development

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years effective work-related grants and contracts management related experience, or High School Diploma/equivalent and 9 years’ grants and contracts management experience

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree

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