Finance Analyst (Clinical and Research)

About the role

The Clinical and Research Financial Analyst uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently develop and / or oversee research proposals, awards, and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Works on proposals and awards of diverse scope where analysis of data requires thorough understanding of complex regulations. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official. Works on complex proposals and awards that may involve multiple investigators and / or multiple sub awards. Guides less experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Develops and oversees research proposals, awards, and transactions related to contract and grant management.
• Maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies.
• Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official.
• Works on complex proposals and awards involving multiple investigators and / or multiple sub awards.
• Guides less experienced staff in research proposal development and award management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and three or more years of relevant experience and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environment.
• Ability to manage significant volume of transactions.
• Competence in performing complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports, including Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, financial modeling).
• Independent judgment, strong organization and communication skills, and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas.
• Current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques.
• Strong writing skills in a variety of styles to draft persuasive text for a variety of audiences while ensuring adherence to funding sponsor’s guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ years of financial work experience.
• BA in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Healthcare Administration.
• Totally comprehensive knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
• Experience with UCSF Financial Systems (UC Path, MyExpense, MyReports, BearBuy).
• Experience with local government sponsors (i.e. SFDPH, City/County of San Francisco).

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.