Grants Research Administrator (Post Award)

Virginia Commonwealth University•Richmond, VA

3d•$50,300 - $68,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The VCU College of Humanities and Sciences Sponsored Programs Office (CHS-SPO) is seeking applicants for a Grants Research Administrator position. This role will primarily be responsible for the day-to-day aspects of post-award research administration. Responsibilities include award verification and setup, preparation of sponsor-required financial reports, index reconciliation, and review/submission of various post-award administrative tasks such as NCEs, re-budgeting requests, and prior approval requests for an assigned grants portfolio. The position may also assist Principal Investigators and the College grants team with pre-award support as needed. This position falls under the Associate Research Administrator classification within VCU’s Research and Innovation job family.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field or commensurate training and/or experience.
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Knowledge and experience in working with grant and contract procedures.
Ability to apply and interpret university and federal policies, procedures, laws, and regulations concerning sponsored projects.
Open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation.
Ability to work well under deadline pressures, exhibiting sound judgment without sacrificing accuracy or customer service.
Excellent computer skills in the use of MS Office with emphasis on Excel spreadsheets and MS Word processing.
Knowledge of various electronic sponsor portal systems.
Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to reason, think logically, and analyze situations to achieve resolution of problems or concerns.
Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, analyze, and evaluate all project-related data regarding budgets and expenditures for each assigned project.
Exceptional communication, organization skills, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Must have the ability to effectively and clearly answer inquiries of faculty, staff, and sponsors.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to research administration, including Uniform Guidance (2CFR200), and Cost Accounting Standards.
Must demonstrate an interest and willingness to learn the ins and outs of post-award grant administration.

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as Certified Research Administrator (CRA), Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA), Certified Pre-Award Administrator (CPRA) or relevant certification in Project Management.
Prior experience in working with grants and contracts procedures and accounting.
Two or more years of experience in research administration.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly financial reconciliation of assigned sponsored program indexes.
Fulfill grant management responsibilities including award review and setup, no cost extensions (NCEs), prior approval requests, re-budgeting requests, and effort reporting.
Provide detailed review and analysis of award agreements and contract documents to maintain compliance with local, state, university, and federal regulations.
Initiate and complete labor distributions and/or post cost transfer requests as needed.
Assist faculty with grant financial reports and other aspects of grants post-award, such as progress reports and renewal budgets.
Initiate the grant close out process at the conclusion of research projects.
Work collaboratively with VCU’s Office of Grants and Contracts to resolve accounting issues.
Coordinate with VCU’s Division of Sponsored Programs to submit post-award administrative actions and reports.
Assist with proposal processing tasks including reviewing funding opportunity announcements, assisting faculty with budget development, reviewing proposal documents for compliance, and completing internal and sponsor forms.
Assist in providing answers and education to College of Humanities and Sciences’ employees on grants and federal compliance issues.