Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Stevens Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) serves the Universitys central business function of providing pre-award and non-financial post-award research administration services to the research community. The Contract and Grant Specialist for OSP reports to the Director Proposals and Award Management. This position offers the option to work remotely full-time or this role the Contract and Grant Specialist provides the following services:
Works with researchers and departments to develop and review budget and administrative proposal documents in accordance with Federal sponsor and institutional policies and requirements.
Tracks and ensures timely submission of proposals.
Maintains proposal data and auditable records for proposal submissions.
Works with researchers to submit post-proposal actions at the request of sponsors to include JIT budget revision change in scope and other requirements.
Provides subject matter expertise in sponsored projects in accordance with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance and/or other sponsor requirements.
Monitors regulatory mandates governing sponsored programs and develops informational guidelines to advise the community.
Maintains auditable records of proposal administrative activities in accordance with sponsor and University records retention policies.
Provides formal and informal training on sponsored research administration to the research community.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Ability to work with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment with multiple and shifting deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment.
Ability to interpret and apply Federal non-Federal and University policies.
Knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration including Conflicts of Interest Human Subjects Animal Welfare Export Controls Biosafety Responsible Conduct of Research and Environmental Safety.
Experience in developing and reviewing proposals for grants cooperative agreements and contracts from federal agencies (such as DoD NIH NSF DOE) as well as State agencies Foundations and Corporate sponsors. A variety of sponsor experience is expected.
Strong clear and effective communication skills.
QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Qualifications:
Must be a US Person
Required Experience:
Bachelors degree
2 years experience in Research Administration or at an institute of higher education
Preferred Experience:
Experience with InfoEd eRA system or other similar electronic research administration system.
Masters degree in business or related field
CRA certification
Member of NCURA SRAI or other professional research administration associations
Department
Office of Sponsored Programs - PreawardCompensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act the annual base salary range for this position is $61700.00 - $84300.00. This range represents the Universitys good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates experience education skills internal equity market data and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget qualifications and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation such as incentives stipends or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook available at:General Submission Guidelines:
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
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