TheUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore Office of Research and Development (ORD)has an opportunity for aSenior Contracts & Grants Specialistwith the UM-BILD REACH 3.0 Hub, a four-year, $4 million program sponsored by the NIH to promote faculty entrepreneurship and biomedical workforce training. This position requires an individual who is a self-starter, resourceful, and anticipates next steps. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and exhibit attention to detail, necessary for constructive communication with faculty inventors. This position will plan, organize, and execute complex assignments covering pre-award activities (grant proposal submission and proposal review), post-award activities (project startup, progress reporting, closeout), and additional administrative functions. The position will be based in UMB’s Office of Technology Transfer and report to the Program Manager of UM-BILD. UM-BILD’s key initiative is the Pilot Project Grant program, in which entrepreneurial faculty of UM-BILD institutions (UMB, UMBC, and Morgan State University) compete for one-year, $75,000 grants to explore the commercialization of technologies invented in their labs along the “benchtop to bedside” pathway. Grants must be tracked to ensure that they meet hub deadlines and comply with applicable regulations. * *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023./ // ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Works with principal investigators (PIs) to develop submission and review processes of UM-BILD grant applications. Monitors and modifies processes as necessary to ease the submission, review, and funding of grant applications. Develops and manages timelines for each new UM-BILD Pilot Project Grant cohort by using tools such as project management systems and checklists. * Provides consultation, advice, and directions to investigators and to grant reviewers regarding the administrative processes of the UM-BILD program. * Reviews sponsor guidelines and requests for proposals, interprets compliance and eligibility information, and communicates it to research faculty and staff. Identifies inconsistencies in processes and develops suggestions for improving them. * Reviews grant applications for completeness before they are sent to reviewers. Knowledgeable about the funding mechanisms and interpretations of regulations and requirements as set forth by federal, state, and university sponsors. Ensures compliance with and adherence to those policies. * Maintains documentation for each cohort of applications in a database and electronic filing system. Tasks include managing and tracking the overall progression of grant submissions, distribution of applications to reviewers, and curating post award documentation. * Collates and assists in interpreting data for the purpose of preparing UM-BILD reports for program leadership and sponsors. Provides PI and management with ad hoc reports in support of the strategic plan. * Coordinates with the finance and administrative staff to manage grant finances, ensuring adherence to budgets and compliance with sponsors’ requirements.Develops safeguards to ensure the integrity of grants administration and contracts processes. * Identifies future funding opportunities and works with PIs to identify research components. * Acts as the administrative point of contact for all UMB parties, collaborating institutions, and sponsors involved in the UM-BILD program. * Maintains, identifies, and resolves any delinquent trainings, conflicts of interest, and oversees other institutional compliance requirements. * Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: *Bachelor's degree. Advanced degree (MS, MBA, PhD) preferred. *Experience: *Fiveyears of directly related experience in contracts, grants, or research administration. *Certification/Licensure: *Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification not required but would be helpful. *Other: *Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Committee. Advanced degree may count towards years of experience. * KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. * Capable of working with a high degree of independence and able to prioritize work in a multi-tasking environment in order to meet deadlines. Demonstrated customer service focus with the ability to interact and collaborate with multiple constituencies. * Proficient with the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and software designed for large databases. Capable of quickly learning how to use unfamiliar software. * Familiarity with research compliance procedures, such as those involving animal use (IACUC approvals), human subjects (IRB approvals and exemptions), Data Use Agreements, and clinical trials. * Self-motivated with the initiative, patience, and resourcefulness to adapt to sudden changes. * Ability to understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. * *HIRING RANGE:$87,000 - $97,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. For more information, follow this link UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: Research and Development - Sponsored Programs Administration *Title: *Senior Contracts and Grants Specialist Location: null Requisition ID: 2400015R