"Grants Coordinator B (Department of Neurology)"

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Posted Job Title

Grants Coordinator B (Department of Neurology)

Job Profile Title

Grants Coordinator B

Job Description Summary

This role will be responsible for the preparation, review and submission of sponsored program proposals for submission to sponsors. Will function as a resource for sponsored program guidelines, policies and procedures. Support with preparation for budget meetings, and provide financial monitoring and support for sponsored programs including foundations, federal and other agencies.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review proposal budgets and assist in other proposal development activities for staff linked with grant/award
• Responsible for adding all pre award information to department database for continuous updates to research support and faculty distribution of research allocations to investigators
• Monitor grant expenditure for compliance and corrective actions as needed. Work very closely with payroll coordinator to insure proper effort allocated
• Maintain and monitor specific groups of faculty and their overall portfolio. Produce and distribute specialized research related financial reports for investigators. Meet bi-monthly to review their funds and total research portfolio
• Provide liaison to research offices across the University
• Assist in the preparation and submission of monthyl/ quarterly/ as required effort reports. Produce distribute specialized related financial reports for investigators. Post award duties include award set up and management for financial and regulatory compliance, meeting regularly with investigators for expense reporting and projects, and processing reports and transactions, including subcontract activity from start to close out.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

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