University of California
Research Finance Analyst
University of California, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Research Finance Analyst
MED-CORE-ADMIN-RESEARCHFull Time81491BRJob SummaryUses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently develop and / or oversee research proposals, awards, and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Works on proposals and awards of diverse scope where analysis of data requires thorough understanding of complex regulations. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official. Works on complex proposals and awards that may involve multiple investigators and / or multiple sub awards. Guides less experienced staff. Central Role (CR): Is eligible for delegated signature authority (may vary by campus). Department Role (DR): Typically works on complex proposals such as grants / contracts which require task budgets, option years, multiple investigators and multiple sub awards.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.The salary range for this position is $81,000 - $121,600 (Annual Rate).To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.htmlDepartment DescriptionThe Department of Medicine (DOM), the largest department in the School of Medicine, has close to 600 full-time faculty leading top-notch research, clinical, and education programs. The Department has a decentralized organizational structure across four sites (Parnassus, ZSFG, VAMC and Mt. Zion) and 38 divisions. Authority and accountability for the Department rests with the Department Chair who heads the Parnassus and Mt. Zion sites, and also directs the Vice Chairs at the ZSFG and VAMC sites.
The Department has a dedicated team of Research Financial Analysts (RFAs). In conjunction with the services provided by the division administrators and their staff, the RFA is responsible for providing high-level financial analyses and management to a defined group of faculty for their portfolio of sponsored awards. The RFA serves as the faculty's single point of contact for research financial issues and ensures that faculty are provided with high quality, efficient, responsive, and responsible post-award research administration services.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or related area and three or more years equivalent experience and/or / training in a financial management.Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administrationAbility to manage significant volume of transactionsAbility to perform complex financial analysis and customized reportingUnderstand general fund accounting, purchasing, and budgeting, financial projection and business planning conceptsExcellent computer skills and facility with using MS Excel (sorting, pivot tables, filtering, basic formulas)Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principlesDemonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reportsIndependent judgment and strong organization and communication skills and customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areasPreferred QualificationsPrevious working experience in an academic environmentThorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environmentThorough knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administrationAbout 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.OrganizationCampusJob Code and Payroll Title006206 RSCH ADM 3Job CategoryAccounting / FinanceBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationSan Francisco, CACampusVarious Work SitesWork StyleHybridShiftDaysShift Length8 HoursAdditional Shift DetailsM-F 8:00-5:00
MED-CORE-ADMIN-RESEARCHFull Time81491BRJob SummaryUses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently develop and / or oversee research proposals, awards, and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Works on proposals and awards of diverse scope where analysis of data requires thorough understanding of complex regulations. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official. Works on complex proposals and awards that may involve multiple investigators and / or multiple sub awards. Guides less experienced staff. Central Role (CR): Is eligible for delegated signature authority (may vary by campus). Department Role (DR): Typically works on complex proposals such as grants / contracts which require task budgets, option years, multiple investigators and multiple sub awards.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.The salary range for this position is $81,000 - $121,600 (Annual Rate).To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.htmlDepartment DescriptionThe Department of Medicine (DOM), the largest department in the School of Medicine, has close to 600 full-time faculty leading top-notch research, clinical, and education programs. The Department has a decentralized organizational structure across four sites (Parnassus, ZSFG, VAMC and Mt. Zion) and 38 divisions. Authority and accountability for the Department rests with the Department Chair who heads the Parnassus and Mt. Zion sites, and also directs the Vice Chairs at the ZSFG and VAMC sites.
The Department has a dedicated team of Research Financial Analysts (RFAs). In conjunction with the services provided by the division administrators and their staff, the RFA is responsible for providing high-level financial analyses and management to a defined group of faculty for their portfolio of sponsored awards. The RFA serves as the faculty's single point of contact for research financial issues and ensures that faculty are provided with high quality, efficient, responsive, and responsible post-award research administration services.
Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or related area and three or more years equivalent experience and/or / training in a financial management.Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administrationAbility to manage significant volume of transactionsAbility to perform complex financial analysis and customized reportingUnderstand general fund accounting, purchasing, and budgeting, financial projection and business planning conceptsExcellent computer skills and facility with using MS Excel (sorting, pivot tables, filtering, basic formulas)Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principlesDemonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reportsIndependent judgment and strong organization and communication skills and customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areasPreferred QualificationsPrevious working experience in an academic environmentThorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environmentThorough knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administrationAbout 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.OrganizationCampusJob Code and Payroll Title006206 RSCH ADM 3Job CategoryAccounting / FinanceBargaining Unit99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee ClassCareerPercentage100%LocationSan Francisco, CACampusVarious Work SitesWork StyleHybridShiftDaysShift Length8 HoursAdditional Shift DetailsM-F 8:00-5:00