Director, Contracts and Grants

About the role

The University of Maryland School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry seeks a Director, Contracts and Grants to provide direction to institute/center/department by assuring that proposals and awards are in compliance with federal, state, agency and institutional policies. Direct the authorization and transmittal of all proposals and negotiates complex agreements. Develop, enhance, and provide guidance to all contract and grant functions for business unit and staff members.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to institute/center/department by assuring that proposals and awards are in compliance with federal, state, agency and institutional policies.
• Direct the authorization and transmittal of all proposals and negotiate complex agreements.
• Develop, enhance, and provide guidance to all lifecycle contract and grant functions.
• Review, interpret, communicate, and ensure sponsor guidelines are in compliance and eligibility information is defined within proposals.
• Oversee all documentation for the department and the sub awards.
• Identify and gain approvals for invention statement and publications have been completed in ERA commons.
• Identify issues and independently resolve and assist others in issue resolution as needed.
• Anticipate roadblocks and able to independently resolve.
• Ensure that the evaluation criteria for review of grant and contract applications and funding agency guidelines and regulations are followed.
• Advise faculty as to policies and procedures of those agencies as well as those of the state and University.
• Oversee the completion of institutional documentation and records related to compliance functions as they impact the portfolio and regulatory matters.
• Maintain database of all grants submitted including tracking individual faculty grant histories, success rates by agency, and providing faculty with historical perspectives regarding research opportunities.
• Review purchase order requests on equipment and large supply orders to ensure funding available and policies are followed.
• Translate program requirements into contract terms in consultation with PI.
• Identify, develop, and ensure contract requirements contain quantifiable specification and measurable performance criteria.
• Validate the performance criteria will meet the requirements.
• Develop safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses.
• Ensure sub awards are in compliance with terms and conditions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing and modifying practices to adjust to capacity and provide maximum effectiveness.
• Provide direction of partnership by consulting on complex contracts that require integrating proposals from subcontractors and other third parties.
• Create a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve unit's goals.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred.
• Experience: Seven (7) years progressively building research administrative background with at least 4 years in full life-cycle research administration. Supervisory Experience: Three (3) years in a management/leadership level.

Qualifications

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Completion of a 12-credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of position requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to support a mission and strategic vision.
• Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships.
• Skill in consultation and change management.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Benefits

The University of Maryland School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

Pay

Hiring Range: $132,000 - $149,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Shift Day Job

Financial Disclosure

Yes