OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III - 528262
About The Position
The OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III independently assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under limited 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 complex highly matters. Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor. Develops and provides training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems. Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor. Collaborates with key stakeholders to develop procedures and processes that improve business practices. Additional Department Summary: Mentors grant and contract staff and assists with resolution of unique and complex matters that arise. Maintains working knowledge of University policies and procedures, and various federal and state regulations governing sponsored research administration and independently interpret and apply them in a variety of situations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of grant and/or contract administration experience; OR master's degree and four (4) years of grant and/or contract administration experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree or higher and six (6) years of experience in the administration of grants and contracts.
- CRA is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under limited 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 complex highly matters.
- Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor.
- Develops and provides training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems.
- Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor.
- Collaborates with key stakeholders to develop procedures and processes that improve business practices.
- Mentors grant and contract staff and assists with resolution of unique and complex matters that arise.
- Maintains working knowledge of University policies and procedures, and various federal and state regulations governing sponsored research administration and independently interpret and apply them in a variety of situations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
