University of Maryland, Baltimore
Senior Grant & Contract Specialist
University of Maryland, Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health
has an exciting opportunity for a
Sr. Grant & Contract Specialist.
This position is responsible for management and oversight of all grants and contracts awarded to the Division of Gerontology.
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
Primary Duties:
Prepares grant and contract budget and application. Finalizes documents for submission. Validates proposal error and/or warnings. Knowledgeable in all funding mechanisms and interprets federal, state, University, sponsor policies and regulations to ensure compliance.
Provides consultation, advice, and directions to faculty/PIs regarding grant and/or contracting issue resolution.
Translates program requirements into contract terms in consultation with principal investigator (PI) and management. Identifies, develops, and ensures contract requirements contain quantifiable specifications and measurable performance criteria.
Reviews sponsor guidelines and requests for proposals, interprets and communicates compliance and eligibility information to research faculty and staff.
Maintains all close documentation for the department and the sub-awards. Seeks approvals for invention statements and publications completed in ERA commons.
Interprets data for determining past financial performance to develop and prepare financial reports for analysis, forecasting, and trending.
Develops safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses.
Identifies issues and resolves them independently. Anticipates roadblocks and proactively resolves them.
Develops evaluation criteria for review of grant and contract applications. Reviews and interprets funding agency guidelines.
Develops timelines to meet submission deadlines and checklists of required documents, adjusting as necessary.
Provides guidance on staffing and budgetary requirements. Reviews and maintains documentation related to cost transfers and budget revisions.
Interacts directly with designated sponsor representatives to clarify ambiguous terms and conditions.
Identifies future funding opportunities and works with PI to identify research components.
Acts as point of contact for all UMB parties and sponsors involved in the negotiation process.
Maintains, identifies, and resolves any delinquent trainings and compliance requirements.
May provide work coordination or oversight of others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation : Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred. No substitution of experience for minimum education.
Experience : Five (5) years of directly related contract, grant, or research administration.
Other : Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. Completion of a 12 credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Experience managing large federal grants such as P30, U54, T32, R01, and other comparable research programs (required).
Advanced knowledge of software programs (e.g., Excel, Access, Kuali, eUMB, eRA Commons, etc.) and standard desktop software.
Knowledge of best practices in research administration and experience managing an office.
Demonstrated ability to compose grammatically correct correspondence and edit research grants, reports, and other materials.
Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to function in a team environment.
Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, negotiation, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness necessary to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced academic environment.
Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining a lead role and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior.
This position has direct reporting to the division director and dotted-line reporting to the department administrator.
This position is eligible for up to two days telework.
Hiring Range:
$90,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with education and experience)
UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.
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has an exciting opportunity for a
Sr. Grant & Contract Specialist.
This position is responsible for management and oversight of all grants and contracts awarded to the Division of Gerontology.
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
Primary Duties:
Prepares grant and contract budget and application. Finalizes documents for submission. Validates proposal error and/or warnings. Knowledgeable in all funding mechanisms and interprets federal, state, University, sponsor policies and regulations to ensure compliance.
Provides consultation, advice, and directions to faculty/PIs regarding grant and/or contracting issue resolution.
Translates program requirements into contract terms in consultation with principal investigator (PI) and management. Identifies, develops, and ensures contract requirements contain quantifiable specifications and measurable performance criteria.
Reviews sponsor guidelines and requests for proposals, interprets and communicates compliance and eligibility information to research faculty and staff.
Maintains all close documentation for the department and the sub-awards. Seeks approvals for invention statements and publications completed in ERA commons.
Interprets data for determining past financial performance to develop and prepare financial reports for analysis, forecasting, and trending.
Develops safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses.
Identifies issues and resolves them independently. Anticipates roadblocks and proactively resolves them.
Develops evaluation criteria for review of grant and contract applications. Reviews and interprets funding agency guidelines.
Develops timelines to meet submission deadlines and checklists of required documents, adjusting as necessary.
Provides guidance on staffing and budgetary requirements. Reviews and maintains documentation related to cost transfers and budget revisions.
Interacts directly with designated sponsor representatives to clarify ambiguous terms and conditions.
Identifies future funding opportunities and works with PI to identify research components.
Acts as point of contact for all UMB parties and sponsors involved in the negotiation process.
Maintains, identifies, and resolves any delinquent trainings and compliance requirements.
May provide work coordination or oversight of others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation : Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred. No substitution of experience for minimum education.
Experience : Five (5) years of directly related contract, grant, or research administration.
Other : Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. Completion of a 12 credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Experience managing large federal grants such as P30, U54, T32, R01, and other comparable research programs (required).
Advanced knowledge of software programs (e.g., Excel, Access, Kuali, eUMB, eRA Commons, etc.) and standard desktop software.
Knowledge of best practices in research administration and experience managing an office.
Demonstrated ability to compose grammatically correct correspondence and edit research grants, reports, and other materials.
Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to function in a team environment.
Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, negotiation, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness necessary to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced academic environment.
Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining a lead role and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior.
This position has direct reporting to the division director and dotted-line reporting to the department administrator.
This position is eligible for up to two days telework.
Hiring Range:
$90,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with education and experience)
UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.
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