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Grants & Contracts Associate - Department of Medicine Administration

 

Hiring Department: College of Medicine, DOM Administration

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1027203

Posting Close Date: 9/20/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

UIC is seeking a Grants & Contracts Associate to join our College of Medicine, Department of Medicine Administration team.  This role will work under minimal administrative direction, the Grants and Contracts Associate will manage the financial activities for funded research for assigned divisions within the Department of Medicine. Duties may include, but are not limited to, administration of research budgets and related fiscal planning; data planning; maintenance and analysis; providing assistance in grants and reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Initiates develops, and executes pre-award documentation for submission; Reviews documentation for critical errors and corrects according to internal and external submission guidelines. Assist in the development of budgets and budget justifications for grant proposals by forecasting funds to support research expenditures.
  • Reviews, interprets, and counsels principal investigators and departmental administrators on regulatory policies and procedures; communicates and ensures compliance with internal, federal, and sponsoring organizations’ rules and regulations.
  • Operates as a liaison to internal (OSP) units and external (VA, grant sponsoring agencies) agencies, cultivating collaborative relationships and serving as a representative of the assigned divisions.
  • Manages all post-award operational finances for sponsored projects and negotiates sponsor payments for clinical trials and subcontractors. Creates, revises, and manages customized and special reports for the assigned divisions and sponsoring grant agencies. Analyzes and disseminates reports and interprets results for departmental administrators and sponsoring agencies.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications Required:
 

  1. Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position

Preferred Qualifications:
 

  • CRA (Certified Research Administrator)
  • Knowledge of grants and research administration
  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex accounting reports
  • Ability to evaluate complex budget problems
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive reports
  • Ability to deal tactfully with controversial problems

 

 

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/11827?c=uic , please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

 

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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