University of California, San Francisco · 1 day ago
Senior Research Administrator
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$91K/yr - $194K/yr
5+ years expThe University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research and education. They are seeking a Senior Research Administrator to work closely with the Research Administration Manager, assist in team trainings, and act as a subject matter expert in research administration.
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Responsibilities
Assist with the development and deployment of team trainings
Participate in workgroups and committees
Bring leadership and expertise to change management projects focused on streamlining internal processes
Review and approve transactions for less experienced staff
Act as a Research Administration source matter expert across the Department
Provide temporary coverage of post-award services when needed
Provide high-level customer service as part of a dynamic, responsive team
Interact with a diverse and engaging group of mission-driven colleagues across the Department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Government Accounting and 5+ years related experience and / or equivalent experience / training Required
Extensive knowledge of program administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environment
Advanced knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques
Maintains knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies. Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administration
Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions
Ability to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reporting
Ability to interpret policy for others
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles
Demonstrated advanced competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports. Excellent computer skills and facility with using MS Excel e.g., (sorting, pivot tables, filtering, basic formulas)
Knowledge of general fund accounting, purchasing, and budgeting, financial projection and business planning concepts
Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization and communication skills; and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas
Proven superior analytical, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), organizational and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA)
Full knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policy, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administration
Experience with all types of award mechanisms, including grants, contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreements
Previous experience working in an academic environment
Previous experience with research administration in an international environment
Company
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco is an educational institution that focuses on medical courses.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$52.45MKey Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineBaldrick's FoundationNational Institute on Aging
2025-01-30Grant· $11.9M
2023-11-21Grant
2023-10-03Grant
Leadership Team
Pamela Hudson
Chief Operating Officer | Center for Digital Health Innovation
Jimmie Ye
Professor
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