Research Support Coordinator, College of Education
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Job Summary
The Grants and Research Services Center (GRSC) team is seeking applicants who are eager to support grant and research administration services in the College of Education. The Research Support Coordinator position is in the GRSC and will work closely with the entire team to ensure high quality grant submissions. The position will focus on pre-award activities initially and will also include opportunities to be trained in post-award and research development activities.
Location: Lindquist Center
Appointment: Full time 1 year Specified Term.
Work Modality: This position may beeligible forhybridwork within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy work arrangements will be reviewed annually and must comply with theremote work program and related policiesandemployee travel policy when working at a remote location.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks
- Issue funding to subawards.
- Coordinate information between GRSC staff PIs Sponsoring Agencies the Division of Sponsored Programs and Grant Accounting.
- Update database weekly to reflect grant submission/awards/appointments and enter faculty/staff effort.
- Review and understand grant solicitations.
- Work with faculty submitting a grant proposal to prepare budget narrative.
- Work with Research Manager in reviewing budget drafts (i.e. description matches funding alignment with performance measures).
- Provide primary office coverage during standard office hours in coordination with other support staff.
- Field questions from DSP/GAO/faculty/staff/students and direct them to appropriate GRSC staff.
- Interact with departmental administrators and principal investigators; interact with Grant Accounting Division of Sponsored Programs Accounts Payable and Grant Management Specialists regarding inquiries about contracts and grants. Meet with PI/ departmental administrators when needed.
- Communicate with University of Iowa units regarding inquiries about contracts and grants within the College of Education.
To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility technical competencies and desirable qualifications please contact
Education Requirement:
Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Familiarity with budgets and budget preparation in an administrative role.
- Extensive experience working with Desktop Tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel including spreadsheets word processing email calendars managing tasks.
- Ability to work with and build effective relationships with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals
- Demonstrated experience working in a dynamic and fast paced environment under deadlines.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working with the University of Iowa Research Information System (UIRIS) and other UI financial systems and reports.
- Experience with grants and office management.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions contact Alex Schutman at
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position.Pay level 3A. Located in Iowa City Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
- For more information about Why IowaClick here.
About Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community where your work directly impacts education research and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage university-paid life insurance robust retirement plans and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services well-being resources and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training leadership development and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium Big Ten athletics top-ranked public schools and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Experience
- Data Collection
- Microsoft Publisher
- Special Education
- Adult Education
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
About Company
The University of Iowa is a top-tier public research university in Iowa City—home to more than 32,000 students, offering world-class programs across 200+ fields of study, renowned especially for its creative writing, acclaimed medical center, and balanced excellence in the arts and sc ... View more
