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The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Office of Research and Sponsored Programs administers extramural research grants and contracts. The Subaward Specialist supports sponsored projects by processing, negotiating, and administering outgoing subawards, coordinating subrecipient documentation and risk assessments, and helping stakeholders interpret subaward terms and compliance obligations. The role manages a queue of agreements and related actions, maintains records, and provides guidance to campus stakeholders.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Pre-Award Sponsored Programs, Grants & Contracts Specialist (Inst) Job Summary: The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP) is responsible for administration of the extramural research grants and contracts. RSP currently manages an open portfolio of over $4 Billion with annual awards over $1 Billion. The Subaward Specialist supports sponsored projects for UW-Madison and UW System by processing and assisting with the negotiation and ongoing administration of outgoing subawards in accordance with applicable sponsor requirements, institutional policies, and procedures. The position coordinates subrecipient documentation and risk assessments, identifies potential compliance and financial risks, and works with RSP staff, department administrators, principal investigators, researchers, and subrecipient institutions to develop and interpret subaward terms and conditions. The Specialist processes a queue of subawards, amendments, and related actions, prioritizing work and competing deadlines based on project timelines, sponsor requirements, risk, and established procedures. The position maintains accurate subaward records and documentation in institutional systems, tracks agreements and amendments, and ensures records support compliance, monitoring, and audit requirements. The Specialist also provides guidance and customer service to campus stakeholders on subaward processes, requirements, and compliance obligations. Key Job Responsibilities: Reviews, interprets, negotiates, and processes complex extramural award documents, proposals, and agreements according to established policies and procedures to adhere to timelines and meet unit objectives (40%) Develops and facilitates trainings for designated work units on extramural negotiation, contracting conditions, and associated policies and procedures (5%) Issues sub-awards and sub-contracts (35%) Establishes accounts in the financial... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/27492B13096342DC
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