"Grants and Contracts Officer - Sponsored Program Administration"

Job Summary

The position of Grant and Contract Officer assists principal investigators, project managers and faculty members by providing knowledge and expertise on proposal and budget preparation, contract and subcontracting negotiations, rules and regulations of state, federal and other sponsoring agencies. The position also serves as a continuing source of information concerning funding opportunities and as a liaison between investigators, administrators, and the agency officials.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• General: Provide institutional oversight to sponsored project submissions and awards by assisting the principal investigators, project managers and faculty members with the preparation of grant and contract proposals to include assistance with budget preparation and review of sponsor guidelines to ensure consistency and compliance. Authorize submissions when applications are compliant with institutional and sponsoring agents' guidelines. Coordinate contract negotiations, ensuring that agreements have received legal review and institutional compliance approvals are in force. Authorize the establishment of sponsored accounts once external sponsors have issued award notice, institutional compliance approvals have been met, budget reviews are complete, contract terms are acceptable, and institutional commitments are authorized.
• Leadership & Training: Provide leadership and training regarding the administrative requirements of sponsored program activity by serving as institutional resources for information regarding all aspects of sponsored program administration to include funding opportunities for all types of biomedical grants and contracts, rules and regulations of state, federal and other sponsoring agencies and submission and compliance issues related to the sponsors.
• Projects: Coordinate with Post Award to develop fiscal and programmatic reporting to meet sponsor requirements to include close-out of projects, transfer of projects and equipment.
• Workshops & Training: Verify information recorded in two separate internal "tracking" databases that is used to prepare ad hoc reports for Chairs, Deans, Vice Presidents and President; Serve as local point of contact for numerous web-based submission systems which require continual training to maintain a working knowledge of the system. Participate in institutional, regional, and national workshops and seminars on research administration to stay current of rules and regulations and to maintain knowledge of emerging issues.
• Other: Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three years of related experience or an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with at least five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration or a biomedical area. Experience in preparation/review of biomedical proposals. Administration of awarded programs including close-out. Knowledge of the implementation of federal regulations governing research or related matters at a non-profit educational institution.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational, decision-making, multi-tasking, analytical, and prioritization skills.

ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently. Demonstrated ability to manage complex diverse responsibilities in a time-constrained environment with poise, tact and a customer-oriented focus.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required). Pay Band: B10 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! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search for Job ID: 287384. Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university. Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee. If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365. To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=287384&PostingSeq=1