Grants Research Administrator_Post-Award

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform monthly financial reconciliation of assigned sponsored program indexes
• Fulfill grant management responsibilities (e.g., award review and setup, no cost extensions [NCEs], prior approval requests, re-budgeting requests, effort reporting)
• Provide detailed review and analysis of award agreements and contract documents to maintain compliance with local, state, university, and federal regulations
• Initiate and complete labor distributions and/or post cost transfer requests as needed
• Assist faculty with grant financial reports and other aspects of grants post-award (e.g., progress reports, renewal budgets)
• Initiate the grant close out process at the conclusion of research projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or commensurate training and/or experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
• Knowledge and experience in working with grant and contract procedures
• Ability to apply and interpret university and federal policies, procedures, laws, and regulations concerning sponsored projects
• Open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation
• Ability to work well under deadline pressures, exhibiting sound judgement without sacrificing accuracy or customer service
• Excellent computer skills in the use of MS Office with emphasis on Excel spreadsheets and MS Word processing
• Knowledge of various electronic sponsor portal systems
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, analyze, and evaluate all project related data regarding budgets and expenditures for each assigned project
• Exceptional communication, organization skills, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Must have the ability to effectively and clearly answer inquiries of faculty, staff, and sponsors
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to research administration, including Uniform Guidance (2CFR200), and Cost Accounting Standards
• Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, analyze, and evaluate all project related data regarding budgets and expenditures for each assigned project

Benefits

• All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

Pay

Salary Range: $50,300 to $68,000

Schedule

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position

No

ORP Eligible

No

Flexible Work Arrangement

Other