at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Grants Specialist (Grants and Contracts Associate) - Jane Addams College of Social Work
Grants Specialist (Grants and Contracts Associate) - Jane Addams College of Social Work
Hiring Department: JACSW Academic Affairs/Instruction
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025001
Posting Close Date: 5/21/24
Salary: $68,300-75.000 commensurate with experience
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of .
Description:
The Grants Specialist will provide proposal/grants development and post-award support to faculty in the College of Social Work and identify and inform College faculty of funding opportunities which correspond to their interests and background. The Grants Specialist is responsible for maintaining knowledge of grant submission and approval procedures, liaising with external funding agencies, assisting with planning and preparation of grant proposals, and post-award administration of grant-related projects.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Research and review sponsor requirements at the proposal state and ensure compliance prior to application submission.
Prepare proposal timeline. Prepare proposal budget and budget justification.
Secure cost-share approval, faculty teaching reallocation approval and documentation from external subcontractors.
Serve as a subject matter expert on grant management for the College and act as a liaison to the Office of Sponsored Programs and Grants and Contracts, external sponsors and internal/external auditors.
Manage, review, edit and administer all financial activities of grants, contracts, consulting agreements, subcontracts and vendor agreements for sponsored projects.
Develop a shadow system to reconcile sponsored project expenses against Banner, track cost share expenses, and forecast budget balances.
Request accounts and prepare budgets; manage requests for no-cost extensions, progress reports, budget changes, prior approvals, and grant close-outs.
Process labor redistributions and personnel transactions for reassignment or termination.
Track all personnel CFOP changes to ensure personnel are accurately reflected in Effort Reporting process.
Prepare ad hoc reports for the Dean and Associate Dean for Administration as requested.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position
Three years' experience with pre-and post-award grant management and submission.
Minimum two years' experience in an office environment. Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Research Administrator (CRA).
Previous UIC and/or University experience in a similar role... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
