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Job Summary
The University of Michigan, School of Nursing (UMSN), Office of Financial Transactions & Procurement seeks an experienced post award research administrator who has five (5) to seven (7) years of post-award research administration experience and/or related accounting experience, preferably with a working knowledge of the pre-award process.
Responsibilities*
- Review, understand and articulate to project teams the Notice of Grant Award terms and conditions upon receipt of an award.
- Monitor budgets and reconcile project grants, gifts and internal research funding, providing monthly reports to an assigned set of faculty and researchers in the UMSN.
- Track and prepare effort change forms for effort placed on research funding and NIH cap adjustment sheets.
- Re-budget as needed by sponsors and researchers upon award.
- Prepare and process administrative tasks to include no-cost extensions, establishment of subproject grants, budget reallocations.
- Interpret regulations and guidelines of multiple programs funding with complex and broad guidelines for spending. Review and approve spending requests accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with sponsor terms, University policies and procedures and federal regulations.
- Manage complex portfolios of varied research project grants and contracts from multiple sources and with differing project end dates.
- Assist in the preparation of annual and final progress reports.
- Work with sponsored programs office to review and process financial status reports (close outs) and UG reports (uniformed guidance).
- Serve as team back up for other team members during scheduled absences or overloads.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities.
Required Qualifications*
- A Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field. Master's degree in finance/accounting or a related degree preferred.
- Five (5) or more years of grant/sponsored and non-sponsored project accounting/project management work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work within the University reporting and processing systems preferred.
- Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to write clearly and concisely for various mediums, a high attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and strong organizational skills.
- Excellent computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Advanced Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
Attributes:
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Proven analytical skills and follow-through; a high degree of creativity, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to anticipate needs.
- Ability to work independently, as well as effectively in teams; must have the ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels.
- Must reliably manage responsibilities and manage time effectively, providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment where there are often multiple, conflicting, and competing priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively both virtually and in person.
- Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of Values to Empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; Practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; Inspire and be inspired by our members' worth, significance and integrity; Cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.
Desired Qualifications*
- Knowledge of post and pre-award activities.
- Experience with budget forecasting, assembling and managing complex projects.
- Experience with sponsored projects closeouts and reporting preparations for NIH, Foundation, Clinical Trial and Industry awards.
- Knowledgeable of relevant University policies related to post award research administration.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
Shift/Hours/Days: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; may include some occasional weekend and/or evening hours. This position is hybrid. The candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 2 days/week and maintain flexibility for possible additional days onsite.
Salary Range: The target salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 per year. Salary is commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. We encourage all interested parties meeting requirements to apply.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.