RSCH ADM 4

Job SummaryWithin the Division of Cardiology, the Research Finance Analyst will manage a high volume of complex research contracts, grants, and subcontracts, utilizing advanced knowledge to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policies. This role involves independently reviewing financial and administrative aspects of research proposals and awards, and guiding others in the process. The incumbent will assess and manage intricate transactions that require thorough evaluation and may have delegated signature authority, enabling them to review and approve transactions for less experienced staff. Additionally, they may serve as a subject matter expert in specific areas such as federal and state contracts, subcontracts, or information systems.In this central role, the incumbent will manage highly complex proposals and awards, including those involving task budgets, option years, multiple investigators, and multiple sub-awards. As the primary liaison between Sponsors and UCSF entities—including Contracts and Grants, Research Management Services, Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, Senior Clinical Research Coordinators, Clinical Research Supervisors and Managers, Legal, and Procurement—the incumbent will serve as the principal point of contact for all post-award matters on a diverse and advanced portfolio.The incumbent will operate with a high degree of autonomy, collaborating with the division's coordinators to resolve issues related to recruitment, informed consent review, contract interpretation, compliance, and visit milestone audits. They will conduct monthly one-on-one meetings with clinical research coordinators to assist with effort allocation and coordination, train staff on financial terms and implications of projects, and ensure full revenue capture for each project. Furthermore, they will support new coordinators by acting as a liaison with other departments and ensuring they fully utilize available resources. Most importantly, the individual will embody UCSF's PRIDE values, working to create an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all.The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:

UCSF Benefits .Department DescriptionThe Department of Medicine is the largest department in the UCSF School of Medicine. To advance health, the Department of Medicine develops and supports innovators in patient-centered care, scientific discovery, medical education and public policy across 5 main sites (Mission Bay, Parnassus, ZSFG, VAMC, and Mt. Zion) and 39 divisions.The Division of Cardiology is one of the largest clinical, research and training divisions of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at UCSF. Within the Division are sub-specialty sections for: General Cardiology; Adult Congenital Heart Disease; Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant, and Pulmonary Hypertension; Cardiac Electrophysiology; Cardio-Oncology and Immunology; Critical Care Cardiology; Echocardiography and Cardiac Imaging; Interventional Cardiology; and Preventive Cardiology.The Division runs several clinical practices in multiple sites, conducts basic and clinical research, and educates medical students, residents, clinical fellows and postdoctoral scholars through ACGME as well as non-ACGME training programs.There are currently over 90 faculty in the division, over half of whom have research portfolios, and there are almost 40 clinical research coordinators. There are over 90 clinical trials and over 200 awards in total managed.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in related area and 5 years of directly related experience / or equivalent experience / trainingAdvanced knowledge of program administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environmentAdvanced knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.Ability to manage high volume and complex transactionsAbility to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reportingAdvanced competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reportsAbility to maintain independent judgment; strong organization and communication skills; and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areasKnowledge of medical billing procedures, rules, reconciliation, coding and rate developmentKnowledge of Medicare clinical trial regulations and restrictionsKnowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies. Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administrationAdvanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.Experience with all types of award mechanisms, including grants, contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreementsKnowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policy, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administrationAbility to interpret policy for othersAdvanced knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniquesProficient in providing support, guidance, and monthly reviews to multiple employees in differing roles and areasPreferred QualificationsAbility to create and train grant writing and other communications skills in a variety of styles to ensure securing grant funding requiredAbout UCSFThe University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.Pride ValuesUCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

diversity.ucsf.edu . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Organization : CampusJob Code and Payroll Title : 006207 RSCH ADM 4Job Category : Accounting / FinanceBargaining Unit : 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee Class : CareerPercentage : 100%Location : Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Mission Bay (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF)Shift : DaysShift Length : 8 HoursAdditional Shift Details : M-F 8-5

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