The Johns Hopkins University
Sr. Grants & Contracts Analyst (Dept of Electrical & Computer Engineering)
The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Sr. Grants & Contracts Analyst (Dept of Electrical & Computer Engineering)
We are seeking a
Sr. Grants & Contracts Analyst
who will provide dedicated professional level sponsored funds management for more than 80% of time with specific responsibility for pre-award and post-award functions that includes, but may not be limited to, proposal preparation, submission, budget development, account maintenance and oversight, billing/invoicing, reporting, compliance, and closeout. This position works independently on a variety of grants/contracts that range from moderately to highly complex. These grants, contracts and awards may involve highly detailed budgets, multiple projects, cores and subawards, investigator-initiated projects, consortiums, DOD requirements, higher complexity foundation grants and pharmaceutical company sponsored clinical trials. While this role may assist with aspects of non-sponsored funds, the primary focus of this position is to ensure timely, effective, and efficient management of sponsored funding. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Oversee and direct complex award management activities including monitoring and managing accounts, audits, evaluations and reporting. Partner with and act as final point of contact with faculty and/or budgetary staff and the Office of Research Administration toward the planning and development of application submissions to various federal agencies, private agencies/foundations and commercial companies. Understand and ensure compliance with institutional policies for the pre-award process and sponsor guidelines. Review sponsored project proposals for assigned faculty prior to forwarding to the Grants & Contracts Manager and/or ORA for signature. Ensure accuracy and adherence to relevant guidelines. Responsible for timely budget preparation for principal investigator review. Serve as liaison between research units, central offices and funding agencies. Review budgets and related justification for appropriateness and completeness of content. Provide groundwork for subcontract negotiations. Ensure compliance related to grant and contract management, including sponsoring organization guidelines, internal protocols, accurate protocol information within grant documents, conflicts of interest, etc. Maintain ongoing updates and communications related to current awards, including regular auditing and reporting to principal investigators on financial status, and departmental leadership as needed. Manage related post-award processes, including award setup, review, account setup verification, and ensure that staff are set up appropriately. Ensure that post-award responsibilities are completed, including budget distribution, account reconciliation, e-form setup, effort reporting, cost transfers, invoice payments and finalization of paperwork related to subcontract setup. Provide information and assistance to complete closeouts as needed. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. Four years of related experience in sponsored research and/or financial positions. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Successful completion of the Research Administration Training Program (13-15 months) is equivalent to two years of relevant experience for this position. If an employee does not successfully complete the program, no additional experience will be applied. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an academic or medical setting. Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications Knowledge of external federal guidelines/procedures for grants and contracts, including NIH, NSF, DOD and NASA. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Analytical Skills - Intermediate Attention to Detail - Intermediate Grant Closeout Procedures - Intermediate Grant Proposal Preparation - Intermediate Grant Regulations - Intermediate Grants and Contracts Management - Intermediate Oral and Written Communications - Intermediate Record Keeping - Intermediate Regulatory Compliance - Intermediate Relationship Management - Intermediate The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Accommodation Information If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
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We are seeking a
Sr. Grants & Contracts Analyst
who will provide dedicated professional level sponsored funds management for more than 80% of time with specific responsibility for pre-award and post-award functions that includes, but may not be limited to, proposal preparation, submission, budget development, account maintenance and oversight, billing/invoicing, reporting, compliance, and closeout. This position works independently on a variety of grants/contracts that range from moderately to highly complex. These grants, contracts and awards may involve highly detailed budgets, multiple projects, cores and subawards, investigator-initiated projects, consortiums, DOD requirements, higher complexity foundation grants and pharmaceutical company sponsored clinical trials. While this role may assist with aspects of non-sponsored funds, the primary focus of this position is to ensure timely, effective, and efficient management of sponsored funding. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Oversee and direct complex award management activities including monitoring and managing accounts, audits, evaluations and reporting. Partner with and act as final point of contact with faculty and/or budgetary staff and the Office of Research Administration toward the planning and development of application submissions to various federal agencies, private agencies/foundations and commercial companies. Understand and ensure compliance with institutional policies for the pre-award process and sponsor guidelines. Review sponsored project proposals for assigned faculty prior to forwarding to the Grants & Contracts Manager and/or ORA for signature. Ensure accuracy and adherence to relevant guidelines. Responsible for timely budget preparation for principal investigator review. Serve as liaison between research units, central offices and funding agencies. Review budgets and related justification for appropriateness and completeness of content. Provide groundwork for subcontract negotiations. Ensure compliance related to grant and contract management, including sponsoring organization guidelines, internal protocols, accurate protocol information within grant documents, conflicts of interest, etc. Maintain ongoing updates and communications related to current awards, including regular auditing and reporting to principal investigators on financial status, and departmental leadership as needed. Manage related post-award processes, including award setup, review, account setup verification, and ensure that staff are set up appropriately. Ensure that post-award responsibilities are completed, including budget distribution, account reconciliation, e-form setup, effort reporting, cost transfers, invoice payments and finalization of paperwork related to subcontract setup. Provide information and assistance to complete closeouts as needed. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. Four years of related experience in sponsored research and/or financial positions. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Successful completion of the Research Administration Training Program (13-15 months) is equivalent to two years of relevant experience for this position. If an employee does not successfully complete the program, no additional experience will be applied. Preferred Qualifications Experience in an academic or medical setting. Technical Qualifications & Specialized Certifications Knowledge of external federal guidelines/procedures for grants and contracts, including NIH, NSF, DOD and NASA. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Analytical Skills - Intermediate Attention to Detail - Intermediate Grant Closeout Procedures - Intermediate Grant Proposal Preparation - Intermediate Grant Regulations - Intermediate Grants and Contracts Management - Intermediate Oral and Written Communications - Intermediate Record Keeping - Intermediate Regulatory Compliance - Intermediate Relationship Management - Intermediate The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Accommodation Information If you require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
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