Geroscience Lead Contract/Grant Coordinator

University of Oklahoma

Oklahoma, OK

ID: 7121728 (Ref.No. ta230167)
Posted: January 20, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

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The Department of Biochemistry in conjunction with the Oklahoma Center for Geroscience and Healthy Brain Aging is growing and we are excited to add to our team! The Lead Contract/Grant Coordinator will provide administrative support to our faculty by preparing grant proposals, managing the grant award finances and acting as the liaison between faculty and central offices for required university approvals. This position requires a proficient understanding of research administration concepts, guidelines and principles. The position will work closely with the other research team managers to achieve team goals and the Oklahoma Center for Geroscience mission.

Duties:

Under minimal supervision, responsibilities consist of upper-level research program management duties that require a deep understanding of research administration concepts, guidelines, principles, and practices
Performs grant proposal submission support and post-award financial management
Leads all large, complex or multi-PI grant submissions
Communicates with Principal Investigators and the University Office of Research Administration regarding grant proposal submissions
Attends grant proposal planning meetings and proposal writing groups
Reviews complex RFAs, RFP's, and other funding announcements
Provides advice to leadership and investigative teams about grant application requirements
Coordinates report preparation and/or submission of reports to sponsors, Research Programs, and leadership
Performs various forms of research, information gathering, problem solving, and interpretation of policies and procedures related to grant and contract proposals
Assists in office efforts to identify funding opportunities
Keeps abreast of changes in Research Administration field, including changes made to federal regulations and specific agency requirements and procedures
Communicates changes to staff and management
Performs various duties to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Job Requirements

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Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 60 months experience in grant proposal submission and/or research administration.

Equivalent/Substitution: Will accept 48 months experience in grant proposal submissions and/or research administration in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 108 months experience.

Skills:

Advanced working knowledge of databases and electronic tools related to funding opportunity dissemination (e.g. Community of Science)
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Advanced knowledge of pre-award grant submission process and federal application requirements.
Advanced organization skills.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform multitasks and handle stressful situations.
Ability to exercise discretion.
Ability to ask questions to determine the proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to supervise.

Working Conditions:

Physical: Must be able to work in sitting position, use computer and answer telephone.
Environmental: Office Work Environment

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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