RSCH ADM 4 RP
About The Position
The Senior Research Finance Analyst (RFA) in the Division of Prevention Science within the Department of Medicine provides advanced analytical, financial, and operational support for the entire lifecycle of research funding. This includes managing awards, handling closeouts for various sponsors (federal, state, local, private), and assisting with proposal development. The role involves independently managing a high-volume, complex portfolio of contracts and grants, utilizing advanced knowledge of research administration, financial analysis, and compliance. Key responsibilities include supporting proposal development and budget preparation, reviewing and advising on institutional and sponsor requirements, and managing post-award financial activities, reporting, and closeout. The Senior RFA performs in-depth analysis of complex grants, contracts, and subawards, evaluating multiple variables and funding mechanisms. They ensure compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations, promoting effective financial stewardship of research funds. This role acts as a key resource for faculty and administrative staff, offering guidance on complex research administration matters. The Senior RFA may review or approve transactions for less experienced staff, be eligible for delegated signature authority, and serve as a technical lead in specialized areas. The position may also involve leading projects or providing functional oversight to other analysts.
Requirements
- Advanced analytical, financial, and operational support skills.
- Expertise in research administration.
- Proficiency in financial analysis.
- Knowledge of compliance requirements.
- Experience managing a complex portfolio of contracts and grants.
- Ability to evaluate multiple variables and funding mechanisms.
- Understanding of institutional policies and sponsor regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Delegated signature authority.
- Technical lead experience in specialized areas.
- Project leadership or functional oversight experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage a high-volume, complex portfolio of contracts and grants.
- Support proposal development and budget preparation.
- Review and advise on institutional and sponsor requirements.
- Manage post-award financial activity, reporting, and closeout.
- Perform in-depth analysis of complex grants, contracts, and subawards.
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and sponsor regulations.
- Provide guidance on complex research administration matters to faculty and administrative staff.
- Review or approve transactions on behalf of less experienced staff.
- Serve as a technical lead in specialized areas (e.g., federal awards, subcontracts, or systems).
- Lead projects or provide functional oversight to other analysts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
