Post-Award Specialist III

Tulane University • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Responsible for managing pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within a Research Administration Service Units (RASU) using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills. Manages the day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio. Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross-functional team. Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures relating to grant and contracts activity.
• Knowledge of University processes, systems and offices related to and/or involved in grant and contract submission and management.
• Ability to work with pre-award specialists and solve problems, answer questions, and give guidance on pre-award activities and other grants management topics on a daily basis.
• High-level interpersonal skills in a professional environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions.
• Ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contracts management.
• Proficient use of computers; requires solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to create high-quality written documents.
• Ability to interact and communicate with senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Excellent customer service orientation.
• Deadline oriented; work well under pressure.
• Ability to mentor personnel for professional development.
• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years effective work-related grants and contracts management related experience, OR High School Diploma/equivalent and 9 years’ grants and contracts management experience.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts.
• Manage day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio.
• Contribute information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross-functional team.
• Ensure effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.
• Work with colleagues/team members to jointly solve questions and challenges in their daily work.
• Proactively resolve issues in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

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