University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Physiology & Biophysics
Job Title: Open Rank: Research Services Professional (Entry-Senior)
Position #00849678 – Requisition #:40863
Job Summary:
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics is a research-intensive department within the CU School of Medicine, home to 20 faculty investigators and an active portfolio of federally and privately funded research. We are seeking to hire an open-rank Post Award Specialist (Entry to Senior level) to provide high-level research administration support to the department. This position manages contracts and grants administration, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication, and post-award financial management, including human subject and research animal compliance oversight. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Finance and Administration, the Department Chair, and department faculty — serving as a trusted financial partner who helps faculty translate their research goals into well-managed, compliant, and efficiently run sponsored projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Department: Physiology & Biophysics
Job Title: Open Rank: Research Services Professional (Entry-Senior)
Position #00849678 – Requisition #:40863
Job Summary:
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics is a research-intensive department within the CU School of Medicine, home to 20 faculty investigators and an active portfolio of federally and privately funded research. We are seeking to hire an open-rank Post Award Specialist (Entry to Senior level) to provide high-level research administration support to the department. This position manages contracts and grants administration, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication, and post-award financial management, including human subject and research animal compliance oversight. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Finance and Administration, the Department Chair, and department faculty — serving as a trusted financial partner who helps faculty translate their research goals into well-managed, compliant, and efficiently run sponsored projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Activate Grant Accounts
- Contract and Subcontract Administration
- Reconcile grant, AEF and gift accounts on a monthly basis,
reviewing transactions for appropriateness
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics is a research-intensive department within the CU School of Medicine, home to 20 faculty investigators and an active portfolio of federally and privately funded research. We are seeking to hire an open-rank Post Award Specialist (Entry to Senior level) to provide high-level research administration support to the department. This position manages contracts and grants administration, regulatory compliance, sponsor communication, and post-award financial management, including human subject and research animal compliance oversight. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Finance and Administration, the Department Chair, and department faculty — serving as a trusted financial partner who helps faculty translate their research goals into well-managed, compliant, and efficiently run sponsored projects.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross
pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 15/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all
CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Entry level
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business,
finance, accounting, public administration, or a closely related
field.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business,
finance, accounting, public administration, or a closely related
field.
- One (1) or more years of progressively responsible professional
experience in research administration, grants management, finance,
or a closely related area.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business,
finance, accounting, public administration, or a closely related
field.
- Two years of progressively responsible professional experience
in research administration, grants management, finance, or a
closely related area.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in
business, accounting, public administration, or closely related
area
- Demonstrated experience with post ‑ award grants management,
including financial oversight, reconciliations, projections, and
award closeout.
- Demonstrated experience managing federal sponsored awards
(e.g., NIH, NSF, DoD), including knowledge of Uniform Guidance and
sponsor ‑ specific policies.
- Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including
independent use of formulas, pivot tables, and complex spreadsheets
for financial analysis and reporting.
- Experience working independently in a compliance ‑ driven
environment requiring judgment, accuracy, and accountability.
- Experience working in an academic, medical, or research
institution
- Advanced experience with post‑award financial analysis,
including forecasting, variance analysis, cost transfers, and
compliance monitoring.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize
competing deadlines, and provide guidance to faculty and leadership
on post‑award matters.
- Experience with PeopleSoft Finance, InfoEd or other grants
management system
- Experience with NIH eRA Commons, and xTrain
- Experience with financial report management system
- Three to five years of progressively responsible professional
experience in research administration, grants management, finance,
or a closely related area.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work
visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now
or in the future.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and
orally.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees at all levels throughout the
institution.
- Ability to manage, analyze, and forecast complex sponsored
project finances using Microsoft Excel
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot
tables, data analysis, and the ability to create and maintain
complex financial spreadsheets for grants management and
forecasting.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as
they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Three to five professional references, including name, address,
phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email
address
Questions should be directed to: Avery Williamson, Avery.Williamson@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 26, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:
- Entry: $50,160- $63,804
- Intermediate: $54,586- $69,433
- Senior: $59,012- $75,063
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .
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CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .