University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Grants and Contract Analyst
University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Position Summary
The Grants and Contract Analyst is a professional within OSP in the support of sponsored research activities. The Grants and Contract Analyst supports the full life cycle of sponsored research administration including proposal review and submission, award acceptance and negotiation, amendment and modification review and drafting of outgoing subawards and subcontracts. This position requires a strong understanding of federal regulations, and proficiency in research administration systems and tools. It is responsible for providing substantive professional advice on the development of project proposals an non-financial post-award management. A strong understanding of proposal budgets and external funding processes is required.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in any relevant field or Bachelor’s with 2-3 years of experience in area of expertise.
A minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in grants management, accounting and/or proposal development. Knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance (2CFR 200) and sponsor regulations.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills, advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to develop a customer-focused work style.
Ability to work well in teams and independently to complete tasks.
Proficient with strong computer and web-based experience, including Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat Pro and SharePoint or similar document management systems.
Experience with electronic administration systems such as Huron, InfoEd, Cayuse SP or similar research administration platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
A degree in Public Administration, Business or related field.
A minimum of three years’ experience in research administration, preferably higher education, and grant development, including demonstrated ability to develop, review, write/edit grants as well as create budgets/budget narratives and submission of proposals.
Knowledge of electronic research administration submission portals such as grants.gov, the eRA Commons, ASSIST, research.gov, NSPIRES are preferred.
Knowledge of federal, state, and university grant programs that support research, instruction, and public service across disciplines and their submission processes.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) Certification or Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA).
Key Responsibilities and Essential Tasks Sponsored program support (30%): Manage large portfolio of departments and schools, develop contacts, provide technical pre- and non-financial post-award support. Award acceptance and negotiation, interpret Notice of Award, review and negotiate agreements.
Sponsored Research Compliance and Submission (5%): Manage award lifecycle, schedule funding cycles, ensure deadlines compliance, review applications/contracts, advise on formatting, compliance monitoring, liaison with sponsors, oversee post-award actions, manage subcontract agreements, maintain records, monitor reports.
Post award transfer (10%): Act as intermediary between OSP and Office of Contracts and Grants Accounting for transfer of post-award documents.
Federal funding agency support (5%): Work with foundations and funding entities, develop and provide training on administrative and financial requirements.
Foundation/private funding support (5%): Work with foundations and funding entities, develop and provide training on administrative and financial requirements.
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Lifting-30-60 lbs.
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Minimum Qualifications
A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in any relevant field or Bachelor’s with 2-3 years of experience in area of expertise.
A minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in grants management, accounting and/or proposal development. Knowledge of Federal Uniform Guidance (2CFR 200) and sponsor regulations.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills, advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to develop a customer-focused work style.
Ability to work well in teams and independently to complete tasks.
Proficient with strong computer and web-based experience, including Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat Pro and SharePoint or similar document management systems.
Experience with electronic administration systems such as Huron, InfoEd, Cayuse SP or similar research administration platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
A degree in Public Administration, Business or related field.
A minimum of three years’ experience in research administration, preferably higher education, and grant development, including demonstrated ability to develop, review, write/edit grants as well as create budgets/budget narratives and submission of proposals.
Knowledge of electronic research administration submission portals such as grants.gov, the eRA Commons, ASSIST, research.gov, NSPIRES are preferred.
Knowledge of federal, state, and university grant programs that support research, instruction, and public service across disciplines and their submission processes.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) Certification or Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA).
Key Responsibilities and Essential Tasks Sponsored program support (30%): Manage large portfolio of departments and schools, develop contacts, provide technical pre- and non-financial post-award support. Award acceptance and negotiation, interpret Notice of Award, review and negotiate agreements.
Sponsored Research Compliance and Submission (5%): Manage award lifecycle, schedule funding cycles, ensure deadlines compliance, review applications/contracts, advise on formatting, compliance monitoring, liaison with sponsors, oversee post-award actions, manage subcontract agreements, maintain records, monitor reports.
Post award transfer (10%): Act as intermediary between OSP and Office of Contracts and Grants Accounting for transfer of post-award documents.
Federal funding agency support (5%): Work with foundations and funding entities, develop and provide training on administrative and financial requirements.
Foundation/private funding support (5%): Work with foundations and funding entities, develop and provide training on administrative and financial requirements.
Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Reading, Writing, Hearing, Talking, Lifting-30-60 lbs.
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