Job Details
Department: Office of Sponsored Programs-621100
Career Area: Research Professionals
Posting Open Date: 07/08/2026
Application Deadline: 07/28/2026
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Data Management Specialist
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: 00000402
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Hiring Range: $52,000 - $57,000
Proposed Start Date: 08/17/2026
Position Summary
The Data Management Specialist is responsible for reviewing and processing budget loads for new awards, amendments, modifications, and budget revisions involving non-restricted funds. This role ensures accuracy and compliance by reviewing and analyzing information and identifying and resolving errors before entering data into the system – often exercising independent decision-making to meet deadlines. It also involves addressing complex scenarios and supporting the development of related…
processes and policies. The position performs financial analysis, generates reports to monitor and validate transactions, and maintains data integrity across systems.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and business practices, including the ability to analyze and report on financial data within complex financial systems.
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply sponsor terms, conditions, and financial requirements related to research awards.
- Demonstrated strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills with the ability to perform work accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply the fiscal requirements, terms, and conditions of many sponsoring agencies.
- Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels, demonstrating professionalism, diplomacy, courtesy, and tact.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data from a complex financial system.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience in a university sponsored research office or equivalent setting.
- Experience with UNC-CH systems such as RAMSeS, ConnectCarolina, and Infoporte.
- Ability to perform high-volume data entry with a strong emphasis on touch typing and 10-key proficiency.
