Associate Research Administrator - School of Medicine

Summary

As a member of the School of Medicine (SOM) Research Administration team, the selected candidate for this position will be responsible for providing direct pre- and post award administrative support to investigators conducting medical research in a variety of departments, and centers at VCU. The candidate will be able to engage with several grants that cover drug abuse, mental health, promotion of diversity in the research workforce and advancing the interests of disparate communities through outreach initiatives.

The selected candidate will assist researchers and study teams in the development and successful submission of proposals for research funding, as well as provide compliant financial and administrative management of funded grants and contracts. This position will also focus on the management of Training grants.

If you have a strong attention to detail, the drive to learn, be successful, and high customer service levels this position provides an opportunity for candidates to learn a variety of skills. These skills include: problem solving, finance, collaboration, budget development, program administration and adaptability. The candidate will be able to grow those skills in a fast-paced, diverse environment.

Additionally, there are opportunities for career growth in the field of research administration for those presenting a willingness and ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of faculty and staff across all School of Medicine departments.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework.

Required Education and Experience

Candidates must possess skills or ability to acquire new skills in the following areas: analyze financial transactions for trends and variances; create reports, tracking tools, and professional documents; budget development; expense forecasting; financial reconciliation; ability to interpret and apply complex government regulations and contractual terms; pro-actively ask questions and seek guidance when needed. Must have excellent customer service skills, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Strong problem solving and time management skills are essential, including ability to adapt to frequent changes in work assignments, prioritize, and manage competing priorities and deadlines. Must be precise, thorough, and reliable and perform daily activities with minimal supervision. Must be proficient in the use of computers with an ability to learn new systems and software applications with ease. Proficiency in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe required. Ability to work in a diverse environment required.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Prior experience preferred in research administration in the areas of proposal development, financial management, effort reporting, and project close-out will be preferred, including a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and OMB Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards. Prior experience in administrative and financial management in an academic setting (to include a working knowledge of state/university purchasing, travel, personnel administration policies and procedures) will be preferred. Prior experience with Training grants or NIH eRA Commons/xTrain knowledge is preferred. Additionally, general understanding of IRB and IACUC policies pertaining to regulatory requirements in animal and human research is a plus.

University job code: Associate Research Administrator 1-3

ORP Eligible : No

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s generous benefits package that includes:  competitive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, Virginia Retirement System (VRS), professional development & certifications, tuition waiver, parental leave, caregiving leave and community service leave.  Learn more about VCU’s benefits here: https://hr.vcu.edu/careers-at-vcu/why-work-at-vcu/

The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: Up to $60,000



Position Details:

Department: Dean's Office
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: Ann-marie Taranto

Contact Email: ann-marie.taranto@vcuhealth.org