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Dedicated to discovering causes, prevention, treatments, and cures, Emory National Primate Research Center (NPRC) is fighting diseases and improving human health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://www.enprc.emory.edu

The Emory Primate Center Research Administration (EPiC RA) unit within the Emory National Primate Research Center at Emory University is currently seeking a fulltimeResearch Administrator, Preaward I.

Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture what we do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. If you are someone with research administration experience who is familiar with preaward this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.

The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research administration. The Research Administrator will be a team player who is willing to assist the RAS Director with preaward review and proposal processing. The Research Administrator will work to ensure the highest quality of research administration support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, students, and other support services. Work schedule to be communicated.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within a Research Administration Services (RAS) unit using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills.

• Manages the day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio.

• Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross functional team.

• Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.

• Performs pre-award activities for a unit (school, department, or division) within a RAS unit.

• Pre-award activities include, but are not limited to, assisting departmental faculty/PI in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals.

• Ensures all applications meet agency and university guidelines and published time tables and deadlines, including management of the Just-In-Time process.

• Ensures proposals are entered and routed in a timely manner for further review.

• Confers with PI and Pre-award support staff at collaborating institutions to secure necessary sub-awards documents for proposals.

• Assists the PI in the development of budgets and budget justification which includes proofing the budget for inconsistencies and ensuring accuracy.

• Reviews budgets for consistency with sponsor, monitors compliance with agency and University regulations regarding submission; verifies all financial information to include application of the appropriate overhead rate for the project.

• Advises the PI on administrative requirements in preparing proposal submissions and on budget adjustments and revisions necessary to meet the sponsor requirements.

• Coordinates and reviews certain proposal elements (biosketches and facilities & resources) for consistency, accuracy, and completeness.

• Reviews proposals for consistency with sponsor guidelines on budget, format, font size and page limits excluding narrative content (obtain and review sponsor guidelines).

• Monitors and facilitates proposal process through the routing process in compliance with University procedures and institutional signatures.

• Obtains signatures as needed. Monitors proposal status and advises PI on requirements and deadlines associated with research protection protocols.

• Works effectively with other offices (central, school, departments, divisions, RAS units) on research proposals.

• Prepares high-quality written documents.

• Analyzes data and formulates conclusions.

• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite software.

NOTE: Tasks related to this position can be performed remotely with only occasional visits to an Emory University location. Eastern (EST) time zone business hours may apply. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Emory does not approve as a primary work location in the following states; NJ, AK, and HI, any U.S. Territories or outside of the United States.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT:

Emory NPRC in conjunction with Emory University conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an INA and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, health assessment, requirement of various vaccinations (including COVID-19 plus one booster if job requires hands-on contact with animals/NHP). Employment is contingent upon a clear background screening.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

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Job Number 136120

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Division Emory Primate Center

Department EPC: Res Admin Svs

This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Not Applicable

Job Category Research Administration

Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta

Location : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor