How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that are relevant to this position.
Why Work at Michigan?
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Other benefits include:
- Generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave.
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Work-Life Programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health services.
Responsibilities*
The School of Dentistry seeks a Research Administrator Intermediate/Senior to provide excellent service to our research faculty and technical staff. This position is part of the Grants and Contracts Shared Center (CGSC) team and reports to the CGSC Lead. The CGSC is located in the Office of Research and supports pre- and post-award research. Primary job tasks include:
- Monitoring grant expenditures and making financial recommendations to faculty/staff regarding research expenditures
- Reviewing and reconciling monthly financial activity, resolving issues independently, and communicating areas of concern to the appropriate people.
- Managing multiple research portfolios with independence and autonomy.
- Advising and assisting faculty, fellows, and students with internal and external grant submissions to a variety of federal, non-federal, and industry sponsors.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree and minimum 3 (Intermediate)/5 (Senior) years of progressive grant and contract experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Intermediate/advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to effectively manage and execute multiple tasks, projects and priorities, including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
- Adept at working independently and collaboratively
- Excellent verbal and written skills are necessary for communicating intricate job-related processes to internal and external customers.
Desired Qualifications*
- Knowledge of university accounting principles and applications
- Demonstrated experience with university business tools such as Business Objects, MPathways, M- Reports, Concur, and procurement
- Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification
- Experience preparing federal proposals, contracts, or foundation grants
- Experience with clinical trials and conducting feasibility analyses
Work Schedule
This is a hybrid position with work completed onsite and remote. Current practice is one day per week onsite and four days per week remote.
Work Locations
This position is located at the School of Dentistry at 1011 N University Ave.
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.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Salary range for Intermediate level: $61,000 - $70,000
- Salary range for Senior level: $72,000 - $82,000
Additional Information
Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for everyone. As part of the onboarding process, all candidates are required to submit their immunization records to Occupational Health Services (OHS) prior to their appointment start date to verify their immunization status. The process includes completing a two-step TB test for all new hires and providing proof of Hepatitis B immunization for clinic-facing roles. Additional immunizations may be necessary based on public health guidance or specific job responsibilities.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.