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Grants and Contracts Specialist
$50,000 - $55,000/Yr
UVA Health System - Charlottesville, VA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time
Charlottesville, VA
Hospitals
About the position
The Grants and Contracts Specialist at the University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science plays a crucial role in supporting the operations of Pre Award Research Administration. This position involves collaborating with various stakeholders to provide high-quality customer service to research faculty and staff, assisting in the proposal development and submission process, and ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Assist in proposal development and submission process for Engineering research faculty, staff, and students.
- Prepare and maintain key documents such as Current & Pending files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with sponsor guidelines.
- Collaborate on the development of proposal budgets and detailed budget justifications, aligning with sponsor and institutional policies.
- Assist in drafting cover letters and other supporting documents required for proposal submissions.
- Help prepare Letters of Intent and pre-proposal documentation in coordination with faculty and research teams.
- Support the preparation and submission of entry-level proposals to federal, non-federal, and other external sponsors using electronic submission systems.
- Assist in responding to sponsor requests for additional information, including 'Just in Time' requests and other post-submission inquiries.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute to team-based projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the Pre-Award team's objectives.
Requirements
- Associate's degree with at least 2 years of experience related to finance, accounting, and other administrative and data-focused functions.
- Demonstrating a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications and the ability to learn how to use UVA's financial, research and/or student systems.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
- Proficiency in using UVA's Workday and Huron systems.
Benefits
- Salary range of $50K to $55K per year commensurate with education and experience.
- Exempt level, benefited position.
