Grants & Contracts Specialist III Pre-Award

The Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is a world-renowned center for excellence in transplantation research and clinical care.

We are seeking a Grants and Contracts Specialist III. The applicant should be a highly motivated, highly organized person who can work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Summary

Prepares and submits moderately complex grant, contract, and budget proposals. Drafts and negotiates contractual arrangements, procurement proposals, subcontracts, and budgets. Conducts complex cost analyses and oversees invoice processing; analyzes financial documentation and reviews routine reports. Monitors grants, budgets, and contractual arrangements and prepares moderately complex pre-award applications and reports. Provides policy and procedural interpretation and resolves complex issues.

Essential Functions

All pre award proposal creation including budgets, budget justifications, administrative aspects of proposals to all types of funding agencies is required. Other support review and assistance. Knowledge of PERIS is preferred. An in-depth knowledge of NIH and DOD funding agencies is preferred. Ability to multitask and excellent organizational and time management skills are required. Must work well under pressure in order to meet grant deadlines.

Physical Effort

Mostly sedentary working on the computer - some travel to other offices on campus may be required periodically.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist III Pre-Award Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 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, 8:00am - 4:00pm Work Arrangement: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm 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: Cover Letter PI255100552