Sr. Grants and Contracts Officer - Allegheny Singer Research Institute - WFH (EST based candidates only)

Highmark Health • PA, Working at Home - Pennsylvania, PA

3d • $26 - $40 • Remote

About The Position

Provides budgetary and administrative support to Principal Investigators for all facets of pre-award management by facilitating the preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals. Acts as a technical lead with a high degree of knowledge in pre-award management and contract negotiations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
• Ability to interpret and apply AHN, ASRI, federal and state policies regarding contract and grant administration required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize projects based on submission date.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated skill in resolving complex grant issues which involve interpretation and application of established policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction, and follow through on assignments in a timely manner under conditions of fluctuating workloads, competing requirements, and changing deadlines and assignments.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and provide information or clearly explain complex policies and procedures.
• 4 years of experience required.
• Must be familiar with the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Public Health Service Policies and OMB Circulars A-122 and A-133.
• Experience required with electronic grant submissions via grants.gov and NSF Fastlane.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred
• Experience in implementing, modifying, and/or adapting existing and new systems (databases) and processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists Principal Investigators and staff in assessing funding opportunities and submitting applications/proposals for funds to governmental (Federal, State, Local) and non-profit entities (foundations, educational institutions, research organizations). Manages electronic grant submissions via grants.gov, NSF Fastlane, and individual foundations' web-based applications. Prepares budget and conducts financial planning for research and sponsored proposals.
• Assists in the preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of extramural awards from government, industry, etc., drafting subagreements, consulting arrangements, and any necessary legal documents (CDA, MTA, Data Use, etc.) that might be required in connection with such awards and collaborations.
• Serves as the functional lead in the Office of Grants and Contracts. Mentors, trains, and assigns duties among OGC staff.
• Acts as a liaison and facilitates communications between Allegheny Singer Research Institute management, accounting, investigators, and/or external organizations in regard to sponsored research agreements/programs.
• Initiates and contributes to policy and procedure development ensuring compliance with required sponsor guidance. Develops and offers enhancements to contract templates, business forms, etc. Stays abreast of issues impacting the sponsored programs and regulatory compliance.
• Assists in the annual budget process providing data on funded programs.
• Provides ad hoc reports to management and department administration as requested.
• Performs other duties as required or requested by manager.

Benefits

• Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior