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Contracts and Grants Specialist
$81,000 - $121,600/Yr
University of California - San Francisco, CA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
San Francisco, CA
Educational Services
About the position
The Contracts and Grants Specialist will manage a variety of responsibilities related to pre- and post-award contracts and grants administration. This includes proposal preparation, budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with university and sponsor policies. The role requires a proactive approach to understanding the evolving requirements of contracts and grants, as well as effective communication with various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage pre- and post-award contracts and grants administration.
- Prepare and submit proposals, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Ensure compliance with finance, accounting, contracts, and grants policies.
- Assess financial commitments and resources for reporting requirements.
- Develop and implement accounting practices to meet organizational needs.
- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Advise constituents including funders and UCSF departments on grant management.
- Respond to audit requests and keep management informed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related area or equivalent experience/training.
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience in contracts and grants administration.
- Knowledge of accounting, fiscal, and reporting principles.
- Understanding of grant funding processes and research administration guidelines.
- Ability to manage a significant volume of transactions and perform complex financial analysis.
- Competence in spreadsheet and database software for financial management.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of UCSF specific grant management processes.
- Current knowledge of compliance regulations in research administration.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan (401k)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Flexible work schedule options
- Professional development opportunities
