What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract and Grant Specialist position at Stevens Institute of Technology?
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Role
The Stevens Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) serves the University’s central business function of providing pre-award and non-financial post-award research administration services to the research community. The Contract and Grant Specialist for OSP reports to the Director, Proposals and Award Management. This position offers the option to work remotely full-time or hybrid. In this role, the Contract and Grant Specialist provides the following services:
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE
Office of Sponsored Programs - Preaward
Compensation Range
Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.
NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
POSITION SUMMARY
Role
The Stevens Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) serves the University’s central business function of providing pre-award and non-financial post-award research administration services to the research community. The Contract and Grant Specialist for OSP reports to the Director, Proposals and Award Management. This position offers the option to work remotely full-time or hybrid. In this role, the Contract and Grant Specialist provides the following services:
- Works with researchers and departments to develop and review budget and administrative proposal documents in accordance with Federal, sponsor, and institutional policies and requirements.
- Tracks and ensures timely submission of proposals.
- Maintains proposal data and auditable records for proposal submissions.
- Works with researchers to submit post-proposal actions at the request of sponsors to include JIT, budget revision, change in scope and other requirements.
- Provides subject matter expertise in sponsored projects in accordance with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance and/or other sponsor requirements.
- Monitors regulatory mandates governing sponsored programs and develops informational guidelines to advise the community.
- Maintains auditable records of proposal administrative activities in accordance with sponsor and University records retention policies.
- Provides formal and informal training on sponsored research administration to the research community.
- Ability to work with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment with multiple and shifting deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment.
- Ability to interpret and apply Federal, non-Federal, and University policies.
- Knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration including Conflicts of Interest, Human Subjects, Animal Welfare, Export Controls, Biosafety, Responsible Conduct of Research, and Environmental Safety.
- Experience in developing and reviewing proposals for grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts from federal agencies (such as DoD, NIH, NSF, DOE) as well as State agencies, Foundations, and Corporate sponsors. A variety of sponsor experience is expected.
- Strong, clear, and effective communication skills.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE
- Must be a US Person
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2 years’ experience in Research Administration or at an institute of higher education
- Experience with InfoEd eRA system or other similar electronic research administration system.
- Master’s degree in business or related field
- CRA certification
- Member of NCURA, SRAI, or other professional research administration associations
Office of Sponsored Programs - Preaward
Compensation Range
Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.
NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
