Research Grants Analyst
- Employer
- Chapman University
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 18, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Institutional Research & Planning, Research Administration, Business & Administrative Affairs, Grants & Contracts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Research Grants Analyst
Position Type
Administrator
Job Number
SA5002122
Full or Part Time
Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly
Employee Status
Regular
Posting Date
11/18/2022
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
We have an exciting opening for a Research Grants Analyst to serve as an extension of the Office of Research. The selected applicant will work with principal investigators, faculty, and staff to coordinate pre-and post-award activities for grants and/or contracts.
Chapman University is a growing research institution elevated to R2 status in 2019 by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This puts us Chapman University in the top 10% of research universities in the country and it is ranked #122 in National Universities. More importantly, it means even more research opportunities for students across all disciplines.
After the training period, this position will allow a partial remote schedule, to provide a great work-life balance!
Because this role is Pre- and Post- award, this position can be instrumental for your career!
Responsibilities
Pre-Award and Proposal Development Support
Post-Award
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, credit check, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate. This position is contingent on continued availability of funding, as directed by the university.
Minimum Number of References
2
Maximum Number of References
4
Pre-screening Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title
Research Grants Analyst
Position Type
Administrator
Job Number
SA5002122
Full or Part Time
Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly
Employee Status
Regular
Posting Date
11/18/2022
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
We have an exciting opening for a Research Grants Analyst to serve as an extension of the Office of Research. The selected applicant will work with principal investigators, faculty, and staff to coordinate pre-and post-award activities for grants and/or contracts.
Chapman University is a growing research institution elevated to R2 status in 2019 by Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. This puts us Chapman University in the top 10% of research universities in the country and it is ranked #122 in National Universities. More importantly, it means even more research opportunities for students across all disciplines.
After the training period, this position will allow a partial remote schedule, to provide a great work-life balance!
Because this role is Pre- and Post- award, this position can be instrumental for your career!
Responsibilities
Pre-Award and Proposal Development Support
- Assist PIs in the preparation of budgets for grant proposals.
- Train and assist with grant preparation in Cayuse Sponsored Projects and 424 systems.
- Assist with other aspects of grant development in coordination with Sponsored Projects Services.
- Research, identify and notify the school of grant funding opportunities, and meet with PIs regularly to review pending proposals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Post-Award
- Develop and maintain databases for recording and tracking grant proposals, awards, and related information.
- Interpret, monitor, and maintain current knowledge of grant funding policies, regulations, and procedures, and comply with funding agency’s requirements and university’s fiscal policies.
- Monitor and prepare monthly budget status/expenditure and projection reports for PIs.
- Provide guidance to PIs on appropriate spending, forecast potential projection issues and recommend course of action.
- Work closely with university departments to reconcile and resolve budgetary matters.
- Facilitate with hiring personnel, extra pay, academic year effort and course releases.
- Serve as liaison between Office of Research and various University departments on communications relating to award activities, trainings.
- Keep track of cost sharing.
- Assist with award close out and report potential variances.
- Other duties as assigned.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Ability to keep abreast of current best practices in research administration.
- Minimum three years’ experience working in an administrative environment, preferably at a non-profit organization with research functions (i.e., institute of higher education, lab, or research center).
- Ability to learn, understand and interpret grant and contract requirements, policies and procedures, and apply them appropriately.
- Demonstrated ability to employ effective problem-solving to research content, assess options and formulate solutions.
- Strong analytical skills to analyze reports and spreadsheets and resolve discrepancies.
- Time management skills and the ability to complete multiple assignments with fluctuating deadlines in a timely manner.
- Proven ability to work independently and evaluate data, assess alternatives, and formulate logical and sound decisions and/or recommendations.
- Experience in obtaining data and disparate information from various sources. Experience in organizing and presenting data, infographics, charts, and tables to summarize data.
- Skill to operate a computer in a networked environment, including working knowledge of computer programs. Strong computer skills specifically: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams. Technical skills to quickly learn and use enterprise systems and new software including cloud-based applications.
- Strong writing and editing skills to prepare and proofread clear, concise, and grammatically correct business correspondence, reports and publications and communicate complex information.
- Strong organizational skills to plan and prioritize deadlines and perform multiple tasks without constant direct supervision, and sharp attention to detail.
- Demonstrated effective communications and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse individuals and groups at all organizational levels, both within and outside of the university.
- Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Proven ability to work as a part of a team and be committed to team success.
- Experience with database maintenance and management.
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, credit check, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate. This position is contingent on continued availability of funding, as directed by the university.
Minimum Number of References
2
Maximum Number of References
4
Pre-screening Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- 3 References Listed on One Page
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