Grant Specialist
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Type of Position:
Sponsored Program Administration
Workstudy Position:
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas FayettevilleFounded in 1871 the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills fostering a welcoming climate and nurturing creativity discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health dental life and disability insurance tuition waivers for employees and their families 12 official holidays immediate leave accrual and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department:
Office of Sponsored Programs PreAward
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Grant Specialist will provide guidance to university faculty staff and students in developing coordinating and submitting proposals for extramural funding from private federal and state sources. This position will maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of sponsoring agencies; engage in collaborative relationships with faculty/staff; and lead and/or participate in special projects to further the goals and objectives of the University of Arkansas. The Grant Specialist will review proposal documents to ensure compliance with funder guidelines. Additionally the Grant Specialist will review budgets and budget justifications to ensure appropriate allocation of funds per the funding agency and state/federal policy and University policy. Following the submission of proposals the Grant Specialist will also assist Principal Investigators on any requests made by funding agencies prior to receiving award documents (such as JustinTime or Proposal File Update requests).This position allows for remote or flex/hybrid scheduling.
Other duties as assigned.
Regular reliable and nondisruptive attendance is an essential job duty as is the ability to create and maintain collegial harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelors degree from an accredited institution of higher education
One to three years or more experience in a position related to research activitiesat a university nonprofit or research institution
Preferred Qualifications:
Research administration experience in a higher education setting
Experience with external electronic proposal submission systems such as NSF NIH ASSIST etc.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations for grants contracts and cooperative agreements
Experience withStreamlyne or other electronic research administration systems
Experience with Workday
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of federal regulations and other federal agency policies and regulations
Knowledge of Uniform Administrative Requirements Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
Advanced Microsoft Office skills particularly with Excel and Word
Ability to function in a fastpaced deadlinedriven environment
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Crystal Ellis HR Recruiter
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract develop and retain high quality faculty staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
