Grants & Contracts Specialist II in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at University of Pittsburgh

Grants & Contracts Specialist II

Med-Radiology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005731)

The Department of Radiology is seeking a Grants and Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities include pre and post-award administration of grants and contracts for a team of investigators. Specific duties include: monitoring grant awards and expenditures for accuracy and compliance with standards; purchasing; billing and other general fiscal duties for specified grants/contracts. With input from investigators, independently formulate complex budgets and budget justifications reflective of the proposed research. Ability to coordinate multiple project and deadlines as well as be a team player required. The incumbent must be familiar with University policies and procedures as well as external funding source guidelines.

Job Summary

Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for moderately complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors grants, contracts, and budgets. Maintains award-related schedules, prepares government applications and reports, and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, resolves routine issues, and prepares routine financial documents. Suggests operational improvements.

Essential Functions

Experience with University of Pittsburgh fiscal applications (Fiscal Panther, Peris, Panther Express, Concur, PRISM, etc)

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit for long periods of time.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Pre & Post-Award)

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable