Research Administrator Intermediate

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. This combined document will be reviewed to assess how you meet the stated qualifications, including your written communication skills.

Summary

In this hybrid position, you will provide pre- and post-award grant administration support for faculty within the School of Kinesiology. Reporting directly to the Research Process Manager, you will help develop and manage a sponsored project. You will contribute to all aspects of sponsored programs administration including everything from preparing and submitting proposals to assisting with reconciliation of grants and contract expenses. For a full job description, please clickhere (https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A0de2b316-4625-3284-8ade-54d57f758a81&viewer%21megaVerb=group-discover) .

Who We Are

TheSchool of Kinesiology (https://www.kines.umich.edu/) is the fourth largest school at the University of Michigan; the top public research institution in the country. As understanding about the importance of physical activity and sport to the health of society increases, the field of kinesiology has become one of the fastest-growing areas of study in the country. Our collaborative and growing team encourages professional growth and cultivates excellence in research administration.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off

• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability coverage

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

• Maternity and parental leave

• University commitment to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities

Responsibilities*

Approximate effort and primary responsibilities are as follows:

45% Pre-Award

45% Post-Award

10% Other

• Work with faculty to coordinate and compile proposal for successful submissions of grants and contracts.

• Develop proposal budgets.

• Ensure all proposals meet agency and University guidelines, timetables, and deadlines.

• Help reconcile grants and contract expenses to ensure compliance.-Prepare monthly budget projections.

• Prepare and set-up of subaccounts, subcontracts, and cost-sharing activities.

• Handle financial status reports, Uniform Guidance reports, award change requests, and journal entries.

• Prepare and process appointment change requests (PAR), budget allocations, journal entries and vouchers.

• Work with department and central offices to resolve financial, HR and payroll issues.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Administration, or a scientific discipline).

• At least three years of experience in research administration, grant management, or related fields.

• Knowledge of funding agency guidelines, research compliance regulations, and institutional policies.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

250306

Working Title

Research Administrator Intermediate

Job Title

Research Administrator Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

School Kinesiology

Department

School of Kinesiology

Posting Begin/End Date

6/13/2024 - 6/27/2024

Salary

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00

Career Interest

Research

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