What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants and Contracts Specialist IV_Pre and Post Award position at University of Pittsburgh?
Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Med-Surgery
This is an excellent opportunity to join the Department of Surgery Research Administration team. We are a large, highly funded clinical department seeking an experienced pre- and post-award administrator to join our team. Research Administration experience is required and a CRA/CPRA or CFRA certification is a plus.
Essential Functions
Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Physical Effort
Mostly requires sitting at a computer for long periods. May require some walking around campus to in- person meetings as required.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)
Job Family
Research
Job Sub-Family
Grants & Contracts
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm
Work Arrangement
Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range
TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered
No
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Not Applicable
Med-Surgery
This is an excellent opportunity to join the Department of Surgery Research Administration team. We are a large, highly funded clinical department seeking an experienced pre- and post-award administrator to join our team. Research Administration experience is required and a CRA/CPRA or CFRA certification is a plus.
Essential Functions
Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Physical Effort
Mostly requires sitting at a computer for long periods. May require some walking around campus to in- person meetings as required.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)
Job Family
Research
Job Sub-Family
Grants & Contracts
Campus
Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm
Work Arrangement
Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range
TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered
No
Visa Sponsorship Provided
No
Background Check
For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances
Not Applicable
Required Documents
Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Not Applicable