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Research Administrator, Grants - University of Arizona Health Sciences (Remote)

Company:
The University of Arizona
Job Location:
Tucson, 85724
Category:
Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts
Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req21277

Department: Senior VP Health Sciences

Location: To Be Determined

Address: USA

Position Highlights

The Grant and Contract Administrator III in the University of Arizona Health Sciences (UAHS) Office of Research Administration's Grants team provides expert guidance and strategic support to investigators in the development, coordination, submission, and management of extramural funding from private, federal, and state sources. Operating with a high degree of independence, this role anticipates and addresses the complex needs of research grant administration, delivering exceptional customer service to investigators in a collaborative, team-based environment. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying and adapting to policy changes in grants and contracts administration, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and upholding the highest standards of integrity and fiduciary responsibility.

May be required to work weekend and evening hours when necessary.

Candidates working anywhere in the U.S. may be considered for a remote assignment.

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

Proposal Development & Submission Management:

  • Lead the coordination and development of complex administrative components required for the timely and compliant submission of research proposals.
  • Oversee budgeting, budget narratives, form pages, biographical sketches, and indirect cost waivers, ensuring alignment with institutional and sponsor guidelines.
  • Provide expert guidance and oversight to ensure the high quality and timely completion of external research proposals.
  • Manage the preparation, routing, and submission of proposal documents within UAccess Research, the institution's comprehensive research administration system, ensuring all submissions meet sponsor and institutional standards.

Award Management:

  • Coordinate responses to post-proposal sponsor requests, including interim and final technical/progress reports, budget revisions, and award modifications.
  • Address complex requests for pre-award costs, prior approval changes, and "just-in-time" documentation, ensuring compliance with award terms and conditions.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

  • Serve as an expert resource to investigators and departments, providing guidance to ensure that proposals and awards comply with all sponsor, federal, and university regulations.
  • Implement new research administration policies and practices, ensuring consistent application across all awards and funding bodies.

Funding Opportunity Identification & Support:

  • Assist investigators in identifying and interpreting relevant intramural and extramural funding opportunities.
  • Leverage tools such as Pivot and other funding databases to strategically guide faculty toward high-impact funding sources.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Offer cross-team support as needed, leveraging expertise in research administration to assist in the development, negotiation, and finalization of budgets, as well as in managing complex award components.
  • Design and deliver training programs for faculty and staff in grant submission processes and research administration responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and significant attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated, takes initiative, and a strong ability to multi-task multiple projects.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact professionally and effectively with investigators, sponsors, and cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated customer service.
  • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of university and sponsor agency policies and procedures.
  • Standout colleague who supports the team and is able to resolve issues with a positive outcome.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic team environment with changing priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a manner that is effective and efficient.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
  • Five (5) years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with UA systems, specifically UAccess Research or similar.
  • Demonstrated experience with pre-award administration and grant development in an academic setting.

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: $65,687 - $85,393

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

Grade

9

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

$65687

Grade Range Midpoint

$85393

Grade Range Maximum

$105099

Career Stream and Level

PC3

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

Chris Gaul | cagaul@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

The application window is anticipated to close on Wednesday, December 4th, 2024.

Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.

Diversity Statement

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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