Grant Development Specialist 2 - School of Public Health
Job ID: 281330
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
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Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Augusta University School of Public Health was established in 2023 to address Georgia's distinct public health challenges through exceptional education, innovative research, and collaborative community engagement. We are leveraging the strengths of Georgia's only public academic medical center, combining public health expertise with clinical knowledge to train future public health leaders. Our school is comprised of three academic departments: Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data Science, Community & Behavioral Health Sciences, and Health Management, Economics & Policy. We offer a variety of degree programs, from specialized master's options to doctoral programs that create the next generation of public health researchers. Our research mission is critical to our long-term impact; we strongly emphasize scholarly productivity through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and grant-funded projects. Annually, we attract more than $6M in extramural funding.
Job Summary
The Grant Development Specialist 2 is responsible for comprehensive administrative services such as: research administration, budgetary and financial management, project planning and development, purchasing and procurement administration, general administrative and human resources responsibilities.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
Identify opportunities for obtaining research grants and contribute to the preparation and development of new applications; For pending awards, develop and submit Just-In-Time information sponsored agencies; For existing awards, prepare and develop progress reports, competing renewals, revisions, contracts and grants close-out reports. Competently perform electronic research administration system functions currently in use by federal and private entities; Correspond with publishing companies to submit abstracts and manuscripts for publishing; Develop and maintain a system to track publications, records of submitted proposals, awards and deadlines related to grants and publications; Ensure research protocols remain current.
Manage departmental accounts, including state and sponsored program funds to include budget development and implementation, developing processes to track fiscal activity, monitor expenditures and ensure items are allocated in accordance with budget assignment and federal, state, university and sponsored program requirements. Responsible for budget amendments, modifications, restrictions on spending and/or re-allocation of funds as appropriate and management of CAP and other cost share accounts; Responsible for providing financial analysis to support existing and planned operations and preparing accurate and reliable reports to leadership.
Serve as a key member of the institute management team and perform general administrative functions necessary to assist in areas deemed priority within the goals and objectives of the Institute such as: manage personnel, develop policies and new work procedures as requested, disseminate information to faculty and staff and lead administrative support staff; Monitor compliance and audit activities and train staff on work processes and computer applications as requested.
As it relates to research and/or institute goals, plan and develop special projects and events to include, but not limited to hosting local, national and international meetings/symposia, securing funding through grants and/or donations to support projects or research collaborations.
Participate in meetings, training and other work environment, health and safety activities.
Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or related field with three years of experience in business, finance, accounting or other related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with experience in research and department administration; Experience with preparation and review of funding proposal; Experience with developing budgets, managing sponsored and state funds, managing human resources services; project planning and development and grant administration; Working knowledge of PeopleSoft and experience with electronic grant administration (grants.gov, PureEdge, etc.)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Strong accounting, management and organizational skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Salary Range: $56,600 - $72,200 annually
Pay Band: B11
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
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