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University of Miami

Sr. Sponsored Program Specialist

University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222


Sr. Sponsored Program Specialist

Location: Miami, FLTime Type: Full TimePosted on: Posted 30+ Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R100073358The Diabetes Research Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Sponsored Programs Specialist position. The incumbent coordinates administrative and financial functions for the assigned department. This position also oversees junior staff and takes on the review of more complex grant activities in order to ensure departmental compliance with applicable guidelines, rules, and regulations.Responsibilities:

Provides technical assistance and guidance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of funding proposals.Responds to general inquiries regarding sponsored program policies and procedures.Reviews grant applications to ensure accuracy.Accesses applicable database(s) to verify regulatory compliance approvals before establishing the project account.Maintains the internal proposal documents and electronic records for assigned portfolio.Processes and disseminates various non-financial post-award actions such as award notifications, amendments, and related documents.Assists in the coordination of the project closeout.Coordinates with faculty on possible need for budget revisions to be consistent with award amount as received.Reviews award terms and conditions and discusses flagged items with faculty.Oversees all audits and bank reconciliations of petty cash accounts.Monitors sponsored programs subcontracting activity.Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.CORE QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:Provides technical assistance and guidance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of funding proposals. Responds to general inquiries regarding sponsored program policies and procedures. Reviews grant applications to ensure accuracy. Accesses applicable database(s) to verify regulatory compliance approvals before establishing the project account. Maintains the internal proposal documents and electronic records for assigned portfolio. Processes and disseminates various non-financial post-award actions such as award notifications, amendments, and related documents. Assists in the coordination of the project closeout. Coordinates with faculty on possible need for budget revisions to be consistent with award amount as received. Reviews award terms and conditions and discusses flagged items with faculty. Oversees all audits and bank reconciliations of petty cash accounts. Monitors sponsored programs subcontracting activity. Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status:

Full TimeEmployee Type:

StaffPay Grade:

A8

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