Associate Sponsored Research Analyst
About The Position
This position is located in Emory University's central Office of Sponsored Programs. It assists faculty and staff with standard grant applications and routine funding proposals, award acceptance, sponsor agreements and subcontracts, compliance approvals, and non-financial post-award activities. The role also responds to questions and information requests from sponsors and university personnel, maintains required records, and helps organize educational seminars and workshops. The position offers regular work from home, with a flexible weekly commute to Emory University based on business needs and department guidelines. The employee must reside in Georgia. Emory may change the remote-work status with notice.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business management, applied science, or a related field, and 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Must reside in the state of Georgia.
- Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist faculty and staff in preparing standard grant applications and routine proposals for funding agencies and sponsors.
- Interact with funding agencies, faculty, and staff to resolve guideline, grant management, and proposal issues and determine award status.
- Prepare Notice of Award Acceptance documents and ensure administrative and financial award information is accurate.
- Respond to requests from agencies, faculty, or staff for additional information or clarification.
- Process standard agreements and subcontracts with sponsors.
- Review basic contract terms and conditions and seek guidance from supervisors or General Counsel when needed and applicable.
- Coordinate required approvals or certifications from organizational committees, including the Institutional Review Board and Institutional Animal Use and Care Committee, and ensure funding agencies receive required approval letters.
- Ensure compliance and regulatory requirements are met as required by law and institutional or agency policies.
- Maintain required records.
- Handle non-financial post-award activities, including obtaining final statements or reports from faculty and forwarding them to the appropriate agency, and assisting with award transfers for relocating researchers.
- Assist in organizing and conducting educational seminars and workshops for faculty and staff.
- Perform related responsibilities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
