Assistant Director, Grants

University of California • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Assistant Director for Grants at UCLA plays a crucial role in overseeing the grants team within the Office of Contract and Grant Administration (OCGA). This position is responsible for managing the review and negotiation of sponsored awards, providing expert guidance on complex negotiation issues, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and private regulations. The Assistant Director will also participate in the development of standard operating procedures and collaborate with various campus offices to facilitate the management of outgoing subawards.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in a related field or with transferable skills/knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive analyses of complex policies, regulations, statutes, and guidelines.
• Negotiation skills sufficient to negotiate subaward terms under grants and cooperative agreements.
• Experience in pre-award and post-award grant administration related to various extramural sponsors.
• Expert working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Working knowledge of University policies and procedures related to research administration.
• Solid understanding of training concepts and practices for diverse audiences.
• Experience in planning and conducting effective training workshops and courses.
• Ability to make sound decisions and employ effective problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver high-quality customer service.
• Management ability to lead a team toward mission-critical goals.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of contracts and grants professionals to define and implement strategies for the efficient review of submitted proposals and the effective negotiation of sponsored awards.
• Provide expert guidance on complex negotiation issues and consultation regarding adherence to federal, state, and private regulations.
• Participate in content-specific and/or system development workgroups that may impact OCGA's activities and responsibilities.
• Formalize standard operating procedures to provide consistency throughout the office.
• Negotiate, execute, and administer agreements on behalf of The Regents of the University of California.
• Interact with various campus and system-wide offices to facilitate the management of outgoing subawards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.
• Salary offers consider budget, experience, skills, and other business considerations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree