Grants Analyst, ASG XI (Onsite)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides pre- and post-award grant expertise to faculty members and principal investigators as they plan, coordinate, and monitor research activities. Supports departmental procedures designed to comply with regulations relating to research grants and contracts. Serves as a liaison between the Department, other departments, and the Office of Sponsored Programs in matters relating to research activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
Four years of experience.
Attention to detail and deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and multitask.
Ability to communicate across organizational levels and platforms.
Ability to adapt to new software programs and changing environments.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with grants and contracts.
Experience with PeopleSoft FMS, InfoEd, and effort reporting.

Responsibilities

Assist principal investigators with preparing complex grant and contract proposals, including proposal formatting, budget preparation, and use of reference software.
Assist with preparing and analyzing financial reports for grant accounts by faculty member and expense category, helping ensure expenses are charged appropriately, accounts are not in deficit, employees are properly sourced, and principal investigators are informed.
Assist with monitoring, reviewing, and supervising time and effort reporting and certification.
Advise principal investigators about grant applications, deadlines, and projections for future research funding.
Assist principal investigators with annual progress reports and grant submissions.
Identify funding opportunities for investigators based on their areas of expertise and interests.
Provide information and guidance on the use and content of university and grantor or contractor forms.
Review completed applications and contracts for accuracy and compliance with university and funding-agency requirements.
Review proposed budget changes and recommend whether they are permitted under grant or contract terms.
Administer and maintain grant disbursements according to budgetary guidelines, including personnel sourcing.
Complete and submit progress reports.
Enter data in the grants database.
Serve as liaison between the Department and sponsored projects administration.
Perform related duties as required.