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Grants and Contracts Specialist IV (pre & post-award) - Pittsburgh, PA
VetJobs, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
Job Description
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The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurology would like to hire an experienced, highly motivated Grant and Contract Specialist IV. The qualified candidate will oversees the full lifecycle of grant and research funding activities, ensuring compliance, financial integrity, and successful project execution. Their duties span both pre-award and post-award phases and often include advisory and administrative responsibilities. Must be able to work independently and troubleshoot and read and interpret guidelines, contracts and budgets. This position has minimal supervision and is expected after brief training / introduction period to be working independently. This typically takes between 3-5 months.
*Will discuss working remotely after the 30 day in office training.
Job Summary Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Essential Functions Must be proficient in Excel, in particular developing budgets, creating formulas. Must understand Debit/Credits Assist in the development and submission of grant proposals. Project monitoring, Project Administration, Ensure Compliance with Grant requirements, Managing timelines and deliverables. Prepares Financial reports/documents. Ensure proposals comply with institutional and sponsor guidelines. Coordinate with faculty and departments to gather necessary documentation. Manage awarded grants, including budget tracking and financial reporting. Monitor compliance with grant terms, conditions, and regulations. Prepare and submit required reports to funding agencies. Resolve issues related to fund management and project execution Negotiate grant and contract terms when necessary. Analyze and project financial data for grant budgets. Ensure fiscal control and compliance with institutional policies
Physical Effort Mostly sedentary. Must be able to get around a university setting.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category Full-time regular Job Classification Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award) Job Family Research Job Sub-Family Grants & Contracts Campus Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule M-F, 8:30-5:00 Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications Relocation Offered No Visa Sponsorship Provided No Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents Not Applicable
On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company, listed below, with this position. It is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow for next steps.
The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Neurology would like to hire an experienced, highly motivated Grant and Contract Specialist IV. The qualified candidate will oversees the full lifecycle of grant and research funding activities, ensuring compliance, financial integrity, and successful project execution. Their duties span both pre-award and post-award phases and often include advisory and administrative responsibilities. Must be able to work independently and troubleshoot and read and interpret guidelines, contracts and budgets. This position has minimal supervision and is expected after brief training / introduction period to be working independently. This typically takes between 3-5 months.
*Will discuss working remotely after the 30 day in office training.
Job Summary Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.
Essential Functions Must be proficient in Excel, in particular developing budgets, creating formulas. Must understand Debit/Credits Assist in the development and submission of grant proposals. Project monitoring, Project Administration, Ensure Compliance with Grant requirements, Managing timelines and deliverables. Prepares Financial reports/documents. Ensure proposals comply with institutional and sponsor guidelines. Coordinate with faculty and departments to gather necessary documentation. Manage awarded grants, including budget tracking and financial reporting. Monitor compliance with grant terms, conditions, and regulations. Prepare and submit required reports to funding agencies. Resolve issues related to fund management and project execution Negotiate grant and contract terms when necessary. Analyze and project financial data for grant budgets. Ensure fiscal control and compliance with institutional policies
Physical Effort Mostly sedentary. Must be able to get around a university setting.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category Full-time regular Job Classification Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award) Job Family Research Job Sub-Family Grants & Contracts Campus Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule M-F, 8:30-5:00 Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications Relocation Offered No Visa Sponsorship Provided No Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents Not Applicable