Processing and monitoring of research grants, contracts and agreements such as continuation applications, no cost extensions and modifications. Performing research compliance activities. Training of faculty and staff in all aspects of grantsmanship. Acting as a liaison between faculty, staff, and outside funders on all grant and contract related matters. Assisting faculty and staff with university pre- and post-award requirements and processes. Providing assistance in locating funding opportunities from government, non-profit, and industrial/corporate sources. Reviewing and interpreting external sponsor guidelines. Assisting in proposal preparation; Validating completeness of proposals prior to submission. Monitoring budgets for compliance with school, university and sponsor regulations. Accepting and reviewing award terms and conditions; Educating faculty Principal Investigators and research personnel on systems such as NSF Fastlane, NIH Commons and eRA, and on University and Sponsor regulations and guidelines, and updated policy and procedures. Preparing internal pre-award related reports. Responding to inquiries from executive level University administration concerning specific grant and contract information. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.