Senior Research Finance Administrator

Stanford University is seeking a Senior Research Finance Administrator to manage the proposal preparation and post-award activities for a large volume and diverse set of complex, federal and non-federal sponsored research projects, involving multiple sub-awards, principal investigators, and/or cross-school initiatives. You will serve as a subject matter expert on pre- and post-award research administration and supervise other staff members, delegate tasks and projects, and monitor work.About the Department of Pathology:The Department of Pathology is a founding department of the Stanford School of Medicine and one of the leading departments in the United States. Our preeminent faculty spans from emerging leaders to highly accomplished physicians and scientists, including a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy. Our mission is to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and basic understanding of human disease through discovery (research), education, and clinical care.We are seeking candidates who are progressive thinkers, see challenges as problems to solve, and have the spirit and energy to change the world.You will be working with an unparalleled leading-edge community of faculty and staff that are fundamentally changing the world of health care. You will have the opportunity to influence and drive change with your innovative ideas and participate in human advancements.Duties Include:Prepare complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Oversee and communicate submission process, both paper and electronic; resolve issues relating to proposal preparation and submittal process.Develop, prepare, revise, and finalize project budgets, and provide budget justification; obtain cost sharing commitment and support. Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries; advise of new regulations.Collaborate with Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly and cost-sharing requirements are fulfilled; initiate cost transfers.Review and approve expenditures, advise on post-award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue.Manage contract closeout process and audit inquiries; submit final reports and certificates.Interpret complex university and government policies for project and university personnel and help guide other staff in interpreting complex policies.Identify and implement process improvements. Participate in and lead cross-campus projects. Train and advise on issues requiring specific technical expertise.Oversee and review work of other staff. May supervise, train and mentor other staff.Serve as a resource on subject area to principal investigator staff.Desired Qualifications:Experience as a Research Administrator 2 with managing sponsored awards (both grants and contracts; which include subawards, and internal review board protocol process).Experience managing a robust research administration team.Experience with Stanford Systems (Oracle, Stanford Electronic Research Administration, Office of Sponsored Research, Student funding requirements for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows).Knowledge of Stanford University policies and procedures for both internal and external sponsors.Ability to perform complex financial analysis and customized reporting.Expert knowledge and fluency of governmental regulations (Federal Acquisition Regulation, OMB Uniform Guidance).Education & Experience (Required):Bachelor's degree and five years of job-related experience, or combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required):Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools.Strong accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles.Expert in project management, including managing international collaborations and complex multi-sub award contracts.Physical Requirements:Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use fine manipulation and perform desk-based computer tasks, lift, carry, push and pull objects weighing up to twenty pounds.Occasionally stand, walk, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, write by hand and sort and file paperwork or parts.Working Conditions:This position will have the opportunity to be fully remote.This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. The expected pay range for this position is $83,555 to $117,329 per annum.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility.

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