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November 5, 2024

University of Vermont

Burlington

FULL TIME


CALS Unit Pre-Award Administrator

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title
CALS Unit Pre-Award Administrator

Diversity Statement
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

Posting Summary
This position is eligible for 100% remote work.
Conduct pre-award sponsored research activities required for the submission, and acceptance of sponsored activities in assigned departments. Provide assistance to principal investigators (PIs) for tasks related to submission of sponsored proposals and award administration. Partner with SPA’s Research Administrators (RAs) to interpret sponsor regulations and University policies for PIs and serve as primary information resource for college research administration procedures. Partner with RAs to deliver and lead training initiatives. Participate in on-boarding PIs with respect to their roles and responsibilities in managing sponsored projects.

Proposal Development and Submission
  • Create accounts, maintain, and learn appropriate electronic research administration (ERA) systems within UVM and sponsor sites as appropriate for proposal submission and award administration.
  • Track and communicate proposal plans, deadlines, and requests for proposals, as needed; partner with PIs to interpret guidelines or resolve issues.
  • Identify and obtain from the sponsoring agency specified guidelines, for example: target amounts, start date and performance period, and budgetary specifications.
  • Analyze data to provide in proposals, such as bio sketches, effort commitment and assemble as needed.
  • Review routine and complex proposals to ensure submission package policies, procedures and compliance are met; if University terms are not met refer to appropriate RA.
  • Serve as liaison related to proposals and submittal processes; ensure internal review process has been completed.
  • Maintain up-to-date database and documentation of proposal correspondence and all relevant documents.
  • Ensure timely submission of proposals.


Award Administration and Acceptance
  • Assist with submission of post-proposal materials such as just-in-time (JIT) and revision of budgets and/or scopes of work, any requirement of the sponsor for potential funding.
  • Maintain ongoing communications regarding grant/contract administration with the PI, unit administrators, and college administration.
  • Work with department leadership and/or PI to allocate academic year or summer effort to an award.
  • With acceptance of potential award, assist College administration in assessing the financial risk associated with need for an advance account.
  • Collaborate with principal investigators and RA to draft and submit communications to sponsors.
  • Complete data collection form in collaboration with PI and cross-campus colleagues.
  • Communicate and resolve any outstanding issues in collaboration with the PI and/or cross-campus departments.
  • Review sponsor regulations as outlined in award documents and coordinate with PIs to ensure compliance with sponsor specific terms and conditions.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Education and work experience:
Bachelor’s Degree
Relevant Work Experience 2-4 years

Competencies:
Working knowledge of contracts and grants transactions and applicable financial systems, as well as related policy requirements.

Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor, and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Ability to work independently and as a team member, research and resolve problems, meet deadlines, and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

Independent judgment and strong organization and communication skills and customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas.

Accounting and budgeting skills in managing complex financial accounts and funds, as well as knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal, and reporting principles.
Ability to manage significant volume of transactions.

Desirable Qualifications
Thorough knowledge in applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, et cetera. (if applicable)

Three years demonstrated experience in research contract and grant management.

Certified Research Administration (CRA) designation

Anticipated Pay Range
$62,000 - $70,000

Other Information

Special Conditions
Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA
Exempt

Union Position
Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Open Date
11/04/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled
No

Position Information

Position Title
Administrative Professional

Posting Number
S5360PO

Department
Sponsored Project Admin/30612

Position Number
00027083

Employee FTE
1.0

Employee Term
12

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