Pre-Award Grants & Contracts Specialist II - 26006378
Pittsburgh, PAFull-timeSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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The Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Pre-Award) guides faculty and staff through the review, preparation, and processing of sponsored project proposals, progress reports, Just-in-Time requests, and award activations. The role supports compliance with administrative requirements and institutional policies. The ideal candidate has prior experience with proposal submissions, progress reports, and Just-in-Time requests for NIH and other external sponsors.
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Pre-Award Grants & Contracts Specialist II Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26006378) -Prepare, review, and submit sponsored project proposals in accordance with sponsor and institutional guidelines -Coordinate and process progress reports, just-in-time (JIT) requests, and award activations -Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as institutional policies and procedures -Serve as a resource to faculty and research staff on pre-award processes, requirements, and timelines -Review proposal components for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to sponsor guidelines -Track deadlines and manage multiple submissions to ensure timely completion -Communicate effectively with investigators, administrative staff, and central offices to facilitate submissions -Assist with interpreting sponsor requirements, including NIH and other funding agencies -Maintain organized records and documentation related to proposal Job Summary Assists in preparing and submitting small grant and contract proposals. Drafts and negotiates contractual arrangements and procurement proposals, conducts cost analyses, processes invoices, arbitrates claims and complaints, and performs all collections activities. Monitors grants and contractual arrangements and prepares routine financial documentation. Assists with policy and procedural interpretation and with the preparation of pre-award applications and reports to grant agencies. Essential Functions The Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Pre-Award) provides guidance to faculty and staff in the review, preparation, and processing of sponsored project proposals, progress reports, Just-in-Time requests, and award activations. Additional responsibilities may include ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local administrative requirements related to pre-award and sponsored project activities, as well as adherence to Department of Medicine Research Administration (DOMRA) policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have prior experience with proposal submissions, progress reports, and Just-in-Time requests for NIH and other external sponsors. Physical Effort Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time. Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Pre-Award) Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287580219 / 13-1141.00 Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
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