Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC

Los Angeles, California

The Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB) at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC is a leading research center that unites world-class researchers in a variety of disciplines centered around structures of the craniofacial region. Since its inception in 1991, CCMB has been home to many major discoveries and has attracted top researchers from around the world.

The Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology is seeking a seasoned and experienced leader as its full-time Contract and Grant Manager (payroll title: Senior Research Administrator) to oversee the department’s business and research administration operations. CCMB has an extensive grant portfolio in excess of $15 million in annual sponsored research funding.

The successful candidate will have extensive prior experience with grants management in an academic research setting and possess the skillset to transform research administrative services.

Position specific job summary:

Reporting to the Director of CCMB, this position will manage the business and financial operations at CCMB, as well as provide pre- and post-award oversight and supervision of NIH grants and other awards. Seven to ten years of pre- and post-award grant management in the biological sciences (specifically National Institutes of Health awards) is required. This role is an onsite position at USC’s Health Science Campus and will manage a team of full-time employees and student workers.

Job Accountabilities:

Manages overall finance and budgeting of the Center including annual budget submission process. Manages compliance with federal, state, and University regulations. Oversees the submission and administration of complex grant proposals and awards. Serves as primary liaison between principal investigators, USC Department of Contracts and Grants, Sponsored Project Accounting, research groups, and senior University management. Interprets University and government policies (Uniform Guidance, FAR, Cost Accounting Standards, Office of Management and Budget circulars, sponsored guidelines, etc.) for project and University personnel and helps guide other staff in interpreting policies. Directly or indirectly manages program and administrative staff. Evaluates employee performance and provides guidance and feedback. Counsels, disciplines and/or terminates employees as required.

Recommends departmental goals and objectives, including workforce planning and compensation recommendations. Reassesses or redefines priorities as appropriate in order to achieve performance objectives. Recommends, approves and monitors professional training and development opportunities for staff. Coordinates security activities with Department of Public Safety. Ensures dissemination of security related information to staff.

Job qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. Knowledge and ability to understand, interpret, and communicate University policies and procedures. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills. Excellent analytical skills; demonstrated proficiency in Workday, CONCUR, Excel and web-based tools. Strong accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles. Expert in project management, including managing international collaborations and complex multi- subaward contracts. Knowledge of staff and personnel management. Preferred education: Master's degree, Certified Research Administrator (CRA).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,981.43 - $110,836.40 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90033: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person