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Indiana University

Contracts and Grants Specialist

Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, United States, 47401

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Department-Specific Responsibilities Manages and oversees the financial and administrative aspects of grant-funded projects within the College of Arts and Sciences. Ensures compliance with grant regulations, monitors budgets, approves financial transactions, and assists in the preparation of grant reports. Works closely with project managers, principal investigators, the Office of Research Administration, and outside entities to ensure successful grant implementation and financial management. Provides financial monitoring and analysis for the Department of Molecular and Biochemistry external grant funding. Assigned grants will include NIH T32 and NRSA training grants, as well as other grants not already supported by a College grant staff member. Manages the xTrain and xTract systems for and renewals of the T32 and NRSA Training grants. General Responsibilities

Provides financial monitoring and analysis of contracts and grants and partners with Principal Investigator(s) to ensure expenses are being paid according to contract. Consults on and completes pre-award applications and participates in contract closeouts. Performs post-award accounting of more complex grants; interprets regulations and guidelines of program funding for standard grants and prepares reports for grant agency. Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligation. Analyzes awards to determine reporting requirements and sending reports/invoices. Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or contract extensions. Prepares bids or requests for proposals (RFPs), including specifications and requirements; negotiates contract terms and participates in the determination of acceptable bids. Analyzes and determines cash needs for cost reimbursable grants to the various agencies and cash management. Closes out awards as appropriate. Provides policy and procedure interpretation to various stakeholders. Ensures compliance with sponsor terms, university policies/procedures and federal/state regulations. Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree (preferably in related field) WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

2 years relevant experience SKILLS

Required

Proficient communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Highly thorough and dependable Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$56,000 to $62,500 annually

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Administration

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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .

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