OSP Grant and Contract Specialist II - 528607

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

8d • Remote

About The Position

The OSP Grant and Contract Specialist II assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under moderate supervision. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government regulations related to pre-award and/or post-award sponsored project activities. Provides oversight and review of grant and contract activities prepared by the researchers and their administrative teams and provides resolution on moderately complex matters. Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor. May provide training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems and regulatory requirements. Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor. Assists faculty and staff in analyzing sources of sponsored support, in preparation and processing of applications and proposals for sponsored funding, and in pre-award and non-financial post-award administration of contracts and grants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of grant and/or contract administration experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of grant and/or contract administration experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Customer service-oriented with the ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years of experience in the preparation and processing of grant and/or contract proposals and sponsored agreement administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, budget development and proficiency with database applications.
• CRA.

Responsibilities

• Assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under moderate supervision.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government regulations related to pre-award and/or post-award sponsored project activities.
• Provides oversight and review of grant and contract activities prepared by the researchers and their administrative teams and provides resolution on moderately complex matters.
• Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor.
• May provide training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor.
• Assists faculty and staff in analyzing sources of sponsored support, in preparation and processing of applications and proposals for sponsored funding, and in pre-award and non-financial post-award administration of contracts and grants.

What This Job Offers

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