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Position Information
Position Title
Pre-Award Research Administrator
Position Type
Regular
Job Number
SA92524
Full or Part Time
full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification
Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range
$88,000 - $95,000
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of
the compensation range for this position. This range takes into
account a variety of factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other
business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined
based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as
well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated
pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Chapman University’s Office of Research is seeking a Research
Administrator to join its growing and highly motivated team of
research administration. The tasks and duties associated with the
Research Administrator position will vary based on the candidate’s
experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The ideal candidate
provides support throughout the life cycle of awards for a wide
range of disciplines at Chapman University.
The Research Administrator works collaboratively with faculty and
academic professionals in areas including monitoring of funding
opportunities, proposal development, reviewing and negotiating
proposals and awards; preparing contractual agreements; and
reviewing of proposals for compliance with sponsor and university
policies and federal, state and local government regulations.
Serves as Authorized Organizational Representative to submit
proposals and communicate with sponsors on behalf of the
university. Additionally, this position may work with Sponsored
Projects Services ( SPS ) leadership and staff on SPS departmental
projects and/or special assignments as needed.
This is an exempt Administrator position. This position is eligible
for participation in our health and welfare benefits, supplemental
retirement plan, accrued sick time, vacation, and holiday pay. This
position is fully in-person and based in Irvine at our Rinker
campus.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the review process for grant and contract proposals. Identify areas of risk and/or concern and provide recommendations for solutions prior to proposal submission. Provide guidance with the interpretation of sponsor guidelines, federal and state laws and university policies and procedures. Ensure adherence to policies and guidelines by the university and respective agencies. Ensure export controls and conflict of interest review have been conducted in accordance with established…
policies and procedures.
Serve as Authorized Organizational Representative to submit
proposals and communicate with sponsors on behalf of the
university. Act as a liaison between faculty and funding
agency.
Act as a liaison between faculty, academic units, compliance
committees and administrative university offices to obtain guidance
on appropriate subjects, such as budget, human resources, legal,
technology transfer, risk, environmental health and safety and
animal & human subject compliance, etc.
Facilitate contract negotiations including new awards,
amendments, supplements, renewals, extensions and subcontracts
within delegated authority. Secure concurrence of the principal
investigator and other University offices prior to accepting awards
with non-standard terms and conditions. Advise all concerned
parties of their responsibilities in meeting special award
requirements.
Track proposals from notice of intent to apply through
submission. Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for
investigators and dept/college-level grants professionals. Respond
to and follow through with inquiries, needs, and/or issues in a
prompt and responsive manner.
Process new awards and award modifications for timely and
accurate hand-off to the SPS Contracts and Grants Administrator
(post award accounting and administration). Manage accurate
recording of information in relational databases, file systems and
records. Ensure data integrity in all Research Administration
systems.
Coordinate campus award acceptance activities and disseminate
award information to the campus including strategic communications
and marketing.
Collaborate with IS&T, Director of Pre-Award
Administration, and other SPS staff in the implementation or
upgrade for an Electronic Research Administration ( ERA ) system as
it pertains to pre-award, financial recording and reporting of
research and sponsored programs.
Research grant and contract opportunities and inform
appropriate faculty and academic leadership of announcements,
requirements and deadlines.
Assist Faculty and Administrators in using PIVOT to search for
funding. Disseminating relevant funding opportunities to faculty as
appropriate.
Develop presentations and give workshops for faculty and
academic administration on searching for funding opportunities,
composing grant proposals, creating budgets, using electronic
research administration systems, and other related topics.
Assist in training department administrators and analysts in
proposal preparation.
Participate in policy development and process improvement
activities.
Monitor legislative updates and actions and distribute
relevant
information to appropriate faculty and academic
leadership.
Represent university at professional meetings and
conferences.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- .A minimum of three years’ experience in research and sponsored
programs administration, with proven experience in pre-award
administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in any related field
(combination of education and experience may be acceptable).
- Knowledge of best practices in research and sponsored programs
administration.
- Knowledge of various extramural sponsors and agencies,
including federal, state and local agencies, non-profit
organizations and various industries.
- Strong understanding of the Code of Federal Regulations ( CFR
), including Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles,
and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards; Federal Acquisition
Regulations ( FAR ) and the Federal Demonstration Partnership
General and Agency Specific Terms and Conditions.
- Excellent computer skills in the use of word processing,
spreadsheet, presentation applications, preferably Microsoft Office
Suite software and Adobe Professional.
- Technical skills to learn and use enterprise systems and other
job-related software.
- Experience working in a team-oriented and diverse environment
with ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality
products
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in an academic research administration
environment.
- Thorough knowledge of pre- and post-award grants
administration.
- Understanding of federal, state, and local policies governing
sponsored research.
- Knowledge of accounting and budgeting and experience working
with PeopleSoft Financials and PeopleSoft Grants.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to support and work
with a diverse group of faculty and staff.
- Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures and
communicate sensitive information verbally and in writing to a
diverse population.
- Ability to demonstrate tact and diplomacy and maintain high
level of confidentiality.
Special Instructions to Applicants
At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through
in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and
employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff
each day to support our vibrant university community.
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides
equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of
their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and
employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental
disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital
status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic
protected by state or federal law.
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently
authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion
and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to
the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the
Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.
Minimum Number of References
1
Maximum Number of References
3
Pre-screening Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2