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Research Administration Pre-Award Help us with proposal submissions and contract execution with multiple federal and non-federal sponsors ensuring deadlines are met. Activities you would oversee include:
Assistant faculty to develop budgets and budget justifications following Sponsor, School and University Policies Review and follow proposal submission guidelines Prepare and maintain documents for submission packages and other communications Assist us maintaining award deadlines Research Administration Post-Award As the Single Administrative Point of Contact (SAPOC) on a variety of sponsored projects, you will oversee the following:
Monitor project budget activity to ensure projects are continuing as proposed with an emphasis on reconciliation and fiscal review while following appropriate accounting protocol and procedures Approve expenditures within prescribed limits according to Uniform Guidance, University, and sponsor guidelines and resolve issues Arrange and process multiple requests affecting a project, such as time extensions, supplemental funds, subcontracts, subprojects, and changes in the scope of work or budgetary changes Regular communication with faculty and other staff members to ensure smooth transitions of project lifecycles The statements included in this description are intended to reflect the general nature and level of work assigned to this classification and should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, with at least one year of research administration, accounting, or financial experience. Experience with Excel (maintaining and using complex spreadsheets) and other financial reporting tools. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while working in an environment of fluctuating priorities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. SALARY INFORMATION The salary range for this position is $46,000- $55,000. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position.
BENEFITS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days, Sick Days) A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching with immediate vesting Multiple options for health insurance Life insurance Family leave Long-term disability coverage Flexible Work Program ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK Be a part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of developing a more equitable, caring, and socially just society – that's the heart of what drives people to work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. In some small way, great or small, every person here helps us to improve the #1 School of Social Work.
PURPOSE We are looking for a Research Administrator Associate/Intermediate to help us keep growing and improving. Reporting to the Research Office Manager, you will coordinate both the pre-award and post-award research and financial tasks associated with grant and contract administration. We have a varied research and sponsored activity portfolio, from a variety of government agencies, foundations, and philanthropists. As a junior team member, we will invest in your education, training, career development and certification in the area of research administration.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.
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