Pre-Award Administrator

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Chicago is an intellectual community and a globally renowned research institution dedicated to fostering innovative and impactful research in various domains, including the Biological Sciences. The Biological Sciences Division is at the forefront of cutting-edge research and the Research Administration Office (RAO) plays a pivotal role in supporting and facilitating the faculty who conduct research. The job provides professional support for pre-award and/or post-award activities relating to grant and contract proposals and funding within a department or unit. Pre-award activities include research, preparing applications, and editing proposals. Post-award activities include compliance monitoring, payment processing, and salary allocations. Performs work with moderate guidance and utilizes knowledge of University and business drivers. The Pre-Award Administrator will facilitate the development and initiation of research grants and contracts for faculty in the Department of Medicine.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Five years of progressively responsible grant/contract and financial administration in an academic setting.
Experience with budgets, ledgers, invoices, and fiscal reporting.
Experience in one or more aspects of sponsored program administration in a research environment.
Experience with accounting systems.
Computer skills including word processing, database management, and spreadsheet skills.
Knowledge of federal and non-federal grant and contract policies.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Flexible and adaptable work style.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to research issues and propose solutions.
Demonstrated initiative in improving processes and enhancing systems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and tact.
Excellent independent time management skills along with the ability to handle multiple and concurrent tasks and deadlines.
Ability to interact with others using tact and diplomacy.
Knowledge of research methods and funding sources.

Responsibilities

Works with faculty and staff to identify, prepare, and submit grant applications to federal and private sources and secure sponsored funding from federal and local granting agencies as well as foundations.
Assists in the timely submission of required annual reports and continuation applications.
Serves as a resource to Section administrators and post-award account administrator to ensure that award activities and spending adheres to award terms and conditions.
Attends institutional meetings that focus on grants management and establishes and maintains appropriate working relationships with both internal and external agencies.
Seeks new avenues for funding and grant opportunities and ensures that notices of relevant opportunities are brought to faculty attention. Works with sponsors to draft proposal budgets in accordance with University needs, with a moderate level of guidance and direction.
Prepares summaries of grants and effort allocations for Principal Investigators, meets with them and responds to their questions. Coordinates with other departments/units/divisions regarding multi investigator grants. Serves as department contact for annual audits and agency site visits.
Reviews all applications against University guidelines, in addition to drafting progress reports, non-competing applications, amendments, and budgeting. Responsible for all data entry and preparation of grant reports and trend analysis.
Performs other related work as needed.