University of Iowa · 11 hours ago
60% Research Support Specialist -Hybrid- Cancer Center
Iowa City, IA
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Iowa's Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Research Support Specialist to coordinate and perform research support activities, particularly in grant management. The role involves assisting with grant proposal preparation, submission, and post-award administration, while also exploring funding opportunities and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare, submit and administer post-award functions for complex cancer focused grants
Provide support for a portfolio of research studies conducted within the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center
Assist investigators associated with the HCCC in finding and obtaining external and internal research funding
Perform routine review of grant funding agency regulations to identify/obtain specific grant or guideline information and updates to assure information is integrated into grant submission documents appropriately
Prepare, navigate and administer grants and contracts; evaluate requests for proposals (RFP); prepare and review proposals to assure completeness; route proposals
Assist faculty, staff and students with preparation and submission of proposals; coordinate grant submissions for Cancer Center members
Participate in the development and preparation of grant proposals including budget preparation
Review and respond to internal requests for information, review and proof information to ensure documents are accurate and complete prior to submission to grant funding agency/organizations
Maintain current knowledge of electronic proposal submission processes for all types of grants; extensive use of Cayuse (similar to Grants.gov) NIH Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPR) & Proposal Central
Prepare and submit forms assuring leadership review and compliance with required guidelines
Review ScienceCV conversion and submission, review to determine missing information and obtain and update information from faculty and staff as necessary per NIH guidelines
Prepare and process routing forms utilizing the UIRIS electronic routing forms; assist others in the Cancer Center who need assistance processing electronic forms; answer questions and provide tutorials as necessary
Organize and compile final grant copy assuring various sections are in appropriate order and final proof has been completed by Administration, route to appropriate departments, assure all documentation is completed in a timely manner and grant deadlines are maintained
Prepare and submit post-award financial and material reports and schedules for University and granting agencies
Monitor budgets monthly, establish fiscal controls, prepare fund allocations to comply with internal and sponsor deadlines
Maintain EVAL activity investment tracking and spreadsheets for research programs, seed grants, contracts, clinical trials, core facilities, services and administrative support activities
Analyze, monitor and report financial data, information and reports
May initiate grant-related Change of Status and PayCV transactions as requested
Monitor compliance with contract/grant terms in accordance with University policies and state and federal regulations
Ensure Investigator training takes place in a timely manner
Perform other administrative support tasks in support of the research (e.g., respond to inquiries, data collection, analysis and management; prepare agendas, prepare meeting minutes, maintain website content, etc.)
Coordinate and perform the annual space reporting and scientific equipment inventory required by Central Administration; work with UI Central Administration and external agencies as needed during the inventory process; reconcile missing equipment
Attend meetings to expand knowledge of grant application procedures which may include occasional out of town travel
Coordinate all aspects of annual grant related retreats, including monitoring and documenting attendance, venue, catering hotel accommodations, presentations, networking, etc
Maintain databases associated with membership, publications, data tables used for reporting to funding agencies. Provide back up support for publications, grant tracking and membership functions
Process payments as appropriate utilizing the UI AP/PO electronic system; reconcile p-cards as requested; initiate and process procurement requests using the University AP/PO system as requested
Perform other administrative support activities as assigned for the Cancer Center grants office
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public
Responsible for drafting external communications for leadership and investigator review
Accelerate and assist with new faculty grant transfers from external organizations. Often involving navigating prior institutions and funding agency approvals
Coordinate all aspects of annual grant related newsletters; collect information, work with graphic designer on layout and printing, coordinate distribution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Business Administration in business degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
One to three years of grant related experience
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail
Preferred
Pre-award grant application experience highly desirable
Post-award grant accounting experience highly desirable
Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures and regulations
Benefits
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Company
University of Iowa
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