UVA Health System-posted 7 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Newcomb Hall, VA
Hospitals

The University of Virginia Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) seeks a Senior Grants and Contracts Administrator, reporting to the Associate Director of Pre-Award, to perform sponsored proposal, award, and compliance activities supporting our research mission. This position is eligible to be remote. OSP's mission is to provide leadership in research administration, support the research endeavors of University faculty, ensure the responsible stewardship of research funding, and oversee the submission of proposals and the negotiation and acceptance of awards by the University according to State, University and sponsor regulations. The preferred candidate will have strong listening and communication skills, be adept at learning new systems, and will grasp new concepts and processes easily and efficiently. The ability to work self-sufficiently on assigned tasks while still being an active and integral part of the Pre-Award team is a key component of the role. OSP is a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with high volume, requiring excellent time management and organizational skills.

  • Serves as a subject matter expert on research administration, ensuring compliance with state, Federal and University rules, regulations, policies and practices (such as FAR, Uniform Guidance, sponsor guidelines, etc.) and provides guidance to staff and faculty in understanding applicable policies and obligations.
  • Reviews research and sponsored programs related documents at proposal stage; identifies issues, coordinates revisions and corrections with investigators and administrators (both internal and external) and endorses on behalf of the University, as appropriate.
  • Reviews and negotiates awards and agreements for conformity with University, federal, state, and Sponsor policies; identifies, articulates and resolves relevant issues in award/agreement review on a timely basis through contact and follow-up with University administrators, faculty, sponsors or third parties as appropriate.
  • Participates in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures governing award management and non-financial post award research administration at UVA.
  • Manages a complex portfolio while providing quality service and adhering to Sponsor deadlines.
  • Supervises and develops rising professionals in the grants and contracts arena, advises a variety of individuals at the University regarding best practices and recommended approaches in research administration (e.g., financial considerations, internal and external communication, risk management).
  • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Five years of job-related experience
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification
  • Knowledge of governmental regulations (e.g. FAR, Uniform Guidance, FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR) preferred.
  • This is an exempt-level, benefited position.
  • Anticipated salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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