Sponsored Program Administrators

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•$79,539 - $89,274•Remote

About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Job Description Conduct award setup duties for all forms of sponsored projects, including Federal, non-Federal/foundation, and industry funding. Perform non-financial oversight of sponsored research awards and other sponsored activities made through grants, contracts and subawards so that awards are error-free and compliant with Federal, State, and local regulations. Responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and issuing outbound subawards including routing for execution. Prepare outbound subawards utilizing institutionally approved templates and budget review to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements. Provide consistent and professional communications with subrecipient organizations, acceptance of grant, contract and subaward agreements. Conduct award setup activities across the organization for a variety of sponsored project award types using ERA software, as well as issuing, negotiating, and executing all varieties of outbound agreements providing financial assistance to external partners. Conduct duties in accordance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200). Manages professional deadlines and performs final compliance reviews. At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. There’s a Place for You with Us At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Support email: [email protected]

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Research, Financial Management, Public Health or Research Administration or closely related field.
2 years of experience in scientific research administration required.
Experience with federal grant administration and Notices of Award, ERA software, applying Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), professional deadline management.
Drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

Conduct award setup duties for all forms of sponsored projects, including Federal, non-Federal/foundation, and industry funding.
Perform non-financial oversight of sponsored research awards and other sponsored activities made through grants, contracts and subawards so that awards are error-free and compliant with Federal, State, and local regulations.
Responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and issuing outbound subawards including routing for execution.
Prepare outbound subawards utilizing institutionally approved templates and budget review to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements.
Provide consistent and professional communications with subrecipient organizations, acceptance of grant, contract and subaward agreements.
Conduct award setup activities across the organization for a variety of sponsored project award types using ERA software, as well as issuing, negotiating, and executing all varieties of outbound agreements providing financial assistance to external partners.
Conduct duties in accordance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200).
Manages professional deadlines and performs final compliance reviews.

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program