Grants Management Specialist (Pre- and Post-Administration)

National Jewish Health • Denver, CO

398d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Grants Management Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and administration by conducting strategic analysis related to grants. This position involves interpreting and communicating complex financial data to assist in decision-making, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and serving as a subject matter expert in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of grant applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Business Administration or finance related field preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years financial administration experience ideally in an academic, research or governmental organization required.
• Experience with grants and related regulations preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a research or academic environment.
• Familiarity with electronic grant management systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the financial management of externally funded research projects.
• Coordinates all aspects of the grant application process, ensuring proposals are submitted accurately and timely.
• Ensures awarded projects are managed within budget and terms & conditions of the award.
• Understands and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and National Jewish Health policies.
• Maintains expertise as regulations and policies change.
• Develops budgets for grant applications in collaboration with the PI's team.
• Enters grant applications into electronic systems and ensures the entry of required components.
• Works with subrecipients and vendors to obtain necessary information and certifications.
• Collaborates with the PI's team to meet grant deadlines.
• Completes the Internal Research Review form (IRR).
• Ensures grant expenditures are appropriate and compliant with relevant regulations and policies.
• Tracks project invoices from submission to payment and approves purchasing and payment transactions as appropriate.
• Manages costs consistent with the budget to ensure sufficient funds for programmatic goals.
• Prepares reports of actual and projected financial positions for individual projects and the investigator's complete portfolio.
• Identifies funding gaps and opportunities and makes recommendations to address them.
• Meets regularly with investigators to review grant finances.
• Tracks and manages time and effort reporting, salary distributions, and financial and narrative reporting requirements.
• Serves as a key member of the PI's team and works closely with other team members to ensure successful project implementation.
• Works closely with the Central Grants Office on project establishment and close-out processes.
• Provides backup and support for other Grants Management Specialists.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage with multiple Cigna health plans.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals and six paid holidays.
• Dental & Vision Plans effective the first of the month after hire.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually.
• Child Care Assistance with annual employer contribution.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Employer-paid Disability & Life Insurance plans.
• Voluntary Benefits including Accident and Legal Plan options.
• Exclusive Discounts on local services and RTD bus passes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree