Grants and Contracts Specialist

An excellent opportunity to join the Department of Surgery Research Administration team, this position will be responsible for post-award research administration processes for a multi-million-dollar federal contract. Performs post award accounting duties and financial analysis for a multi-million-dollar federal contract, moderately complex grants and contracts.

Prepares routine and monthly financial reports and government reports, monitors budgets and preparations, and processes invoices for subcontractors, consultants, and service agreements. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves routine issues, and provides policy and procedure interpretation. Recommends operational improvements.

Experience in the Panther Express system, Excel, Concur system, PERIS/My Funding system, Tableau and Fiscal Panther.

A Bachelor's degree and 1 year work experience. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) a plus.

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Department

Med-Surgery

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Average number of working hours per week for this assignment

37.5

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?

Yes

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Requested Pay Rate

23.00

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

Optional Documents

Cover Letter