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University of Michigan · 8 hours ago

Research Administrator Senior

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Provide assistance to departmental faculty and researchers with proposal submissions through eResearch Proposal (Award) Management system, or direct sponsor websites (grants.gov, research.gov, neup.gov, NSPIRES, etc)

Prepare budgets and all other required sponsor forms, according to solicitation guidelines, for proposals being submitted by NERS faculty and research staff.

Facilitate the preparation of IDC waiver requests, and/or cost-share requests.

Make sure all proposals meet agency and University guidelines, published timetables, and deadlines.

Ensure accuracy of data in eResearch prior to routing for appropriate approvals.

Run queries to assist faculty and staff with the preparing of Current and Pending support documents, mainly SciENcv.

Efficiently and effectively monitor expenditures on sponsored and non-sponsored projects, providing faculty/staff with recommendations for adhering to sponsor approved budget allocations.

Review and reconcile monthly activity using departmental shadow system, resolving issues independently, reporting areas of concern to project directors and administration.

Request sub project grants, re-allocation of funds, request item types, and make other changes/requests as necessary.

Track and manage cost share commitments, requesting cost share transfers each fiscal year if necessary.

Initiate set up of subcontracts, approving concurrence reports, and tracking expenses for adherence to budgetary guidelines.

Prepare post award change requests, providing necessary justifications to the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) for appropriate processing.

Assist in the enforcement of various sponsored research policies and procedures, and resolve inquiries as needed.

Track outstanding account receivables, reporting items of concern to the Department and College.

Prepare and/or submit requests for journal entries as needed.

Work with Sponsored Programs on the preparation of annual and/or final FSR and UG Reports in a timely manner.

Submit necessary effort changes, working with department Unit Administrator and HR staff.

Communicate with faculty to obtain Graduate Student funding short codes before the start of each term.

Monitor financial activities for a user facility, including updating recharge rates annually.

Meet with faculty and research staff as necessary.

Reconcile discretionary accounts for faculty, provide support for various departmental accounts.

Perform other duties and provide ad hoc reporting as requested.

Collaborate and network with peers to learn and share best practices for efficiency, effectiveness, reducing liability, etc.

Participate in training and volunteer opportunities to maintain a high level of knowledge, skill, and experience.

Represent the department to other units, administrators, and outside agencies.

Qualification

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Grant AdministrationBudget PreparationFederal Funding AgenciesExcelBusiness ObjectsM-PathwaysU-M Financial Practices

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus a minimum of three years experience in grant administration or higher-level financial activities.

Prior experience with contract and grant administration or relevant experience in a comparable environment with tight regulatory and compliance requirements.

Ability to interpret and apply guidelines and policies including UG budgeting restrictions and University sponsored research policies.

Knowledge of U-M financial practices and processes.

Prior experience with federal funding agencies such as DHS, NSF, and DoE.

Expertise in Excel and ability to adapt to changing technology is essential.

Must have the ability to work in a team environment, collaborate effectively with co-workers, and provide excellent customer service.

Candidates will need to be very detail oriented, exhibit sound judgment, follow through to completion, and meet high work standards.

Ability to set priorities and manage competing deadlines is a must.

Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communications skills is essential.

Demonstrated experience in the use of Business Objects and M-Pathways is also required.

Benefits

$1500 sign-on bonus

Company

University of Michigan

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The University of Michigan is a public research university that offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs.

Founded in 1817

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

10,001+ employees

https://www.umich.edu

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