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Fund Manager

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/3/2026
Department Summary

The Department of Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology advances our knowledge of life on earth at the cellular and molecular levels. Our mission is to educate the next generation of scholars, professionals, and citizens of the world by fully integrating our students into cutting-edge research activities, including hands-on participation in the process of scientific discovery. Our faculty conducts research with a variety of models including Arabidopsis, Drosophila, zebrafish, mouse and stem cells to address the most pressing problems in biology, health and sustainability.

Position Summary

Join UCLA MCDB as a Fund Manager and drive financial excellence in life sciences research. Working as part of a collaborative five-person team, you will oversee the management of $5-7 million in operating and extramural funds for the MCDB Group within the department. In this dynamic role, you will partner directly with multiple faculty members to develop comprehensive grant proposals, prepare detailed budgets, and ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to provide strategic financial guidance, manage intricate reporting, and generate critical projections that support effective decision-making and advance groundbreaking scientific discovery

Salary & Compensation

  • UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years Experience in extramural fund management (Preferred)
  • Demonstrated skill in managing funds from multiple sources and ensuring compliance with financial policies. (Required)
  • Ability to interpret and apply technical documents, including agency policies, award documents, and financial statements. (Required)
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state contract and grant policies, including proposal preparation for life sciences. (Required)
  • Ability to analyze financial data from multiple sources and generate accurate, timely reports. (Required)
  • Knowledge of procurement practices and proficiency in using online purchasing and accounts payable systems (e.g., BruinBuy ). (Preferred)
  • Strong understanding of payroll and personnel policies, practices, and systems. (Required)
  • Skill in designing and implementing spreadsheets and databases for financial and administrative purposes. (Required)
  • Ability to balance ledgers, process adjustments, and maintain accurate financial records. (Required)
  • Proven ability to communicate complex financial and administrative information effectively to diverse audiences. (Required)
  • Strong writing skills for preparing business correspondence, reports, and financial documents. (Required)
  • Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and expedite administrative processes accurately. (Required)
  • Proficiency in word processing and other software to create templates, reports, and administrative documents. (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

  • Bachelor's Degree In business administration, accounting, or related field and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Union/Policy Covered

CX-Clerical & Allied Services

Complete Position Description

https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Research Administrator 2 CX (40085939)

Salary : $35 - $54

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