Florida International University - Board of Trustees
Research Contract Administrator II
Florida International University - Board of Trustees, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Opening ID
531495 Location
Modesto A. Maidique Campus Full/Part Time
Full-Time Review Date
02/19/2024 Regular/Temporary
Regular About FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing on the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good. Job Summary
Contributes to the overall award process by assisting the FIU Faculty with the award set up process including negotiating the award, assisting with budget revisions, filling out all required internal and external forms, drafting subawards consulting agreements, and other award related duties as determined by the Office of Research and Economic Development. Assists with the preparation of Non-disclosure Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, Teaming Agreements. Works closely with the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) personnel and College/Departmental administrators to ensure a timely award and agreement setup. Coordinates review of awards and works with PI, administrators, and other ORED areas as required. Reviews and submits prior approval requests (change of PI) to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and institutional requirements. Collaborates with the Office of Research and Economic Development personnel to ensure that proposal submissions are consistent with established University policies and procedures while conforming to sponsored guidelines. Coordinates submission of Just-in-time documents to Sponsors and non-competing continuation documents. Processes and coordinates award actions such as: awards, continuations, no cost extensions, budget revisions, Just-In-Time reports. Prepares and mails letters and documents as needed to communicate with sponsors for extensions and additional funding. Coordinates the preparation and processing of No Cost Extension requests and submits them to the proper granting agency. Provides correct documentation to the Systems Office in order to activate projects on PantherSoft. Reviews and processes grant awards and agreements in coordination with other University units. Drafts subawards, consulting agreements and agreements. Maintains communication between the Office of Research and Economic Development and outside parties. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and two (2) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR six (6) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Desired Qualifications
Experience working in higher education Experience with OMB Uniform Guidance Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$55,000 - $60,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Working Condition(s)
Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed. How To Apply
Prospective Employee: If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications . To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Current Employee: As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications . To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Disclosures
Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at:
Annual Security Report . Pay Transparency: Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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531495 Location
Modesto A. Maidique Campus Full/Part Time
Full-Time Review Date
02/19/2024 Regular/Temporary
Regular About FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing on the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good. Job Summary
Contributes to the overall award process by assisting the FIU Faculty with the award set up process including negotiating the award, assisting with budget revisions, filling out all required internal and external forms, drafting subawards consulting agreements, and other award related duties as determined by the Office of Research and Economic Development. Assists with the preparation of Non-disclosure Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, Teaming Agreements. Works closely with the Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) personnel and College/Departmental administrators to ensure a timely award and agreement setup. Coordinates review of awards and works with PI, administrators, and other ORED areas as required. Reviews and submits prior approval requests (change of PI) to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and institutional requirements. Collaborates with the Office of Research and Economic Development personnel to ensure that proposal submissions are consistent with established University policies and procedures while conforming to sponsored guidelines. Coordinates submission of Just-in-time documents to Sponsors and non-competing continuation documents. Processes and coordinates award actions such as: awards, continuations, no cost extensions, budget revisions, Just-In-Time reports. Prepares and mails letters and documents as needed to communicate with sponsors for extensions and additional funding. Coordinates the preparation and processing of No Cost Extension requests and submits them to the proper granting agency. Provides correct documentation to the Systems Office in order to activate projects on PantherSoft. Reviews and processes grant awards and agreements in coordination with other University units. Drafts subawards, consulting agreements and agreements. Maintains communication between the Office of Research and Economic Development and outside parties. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR Certified Research Administrator (CRA) and two (2) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR six (6) years of grant or contract administration experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Desired Qualifications
Experience working in higher education Experience with OMB Uniform Guidance Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$55,000 - $60,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Working Condition(s)
Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed. How To Apply
Prospective Employee: If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications . To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Current Employee: As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in
My Applications . To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Disclosures
Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at:
Annual Security Report . Pay Transparency: Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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