Research Services Entry Professional

Research Services Entry Professional

The Administrative Research Core (ARC) Grants Lifecycle Coordinator in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine is a full-time position responsible for supporting the financial administration and compliance of the Department's research portfolio. This position will interact with over 120 active sponsored grants and contracts for all Ob-Gyn research programs (federal, foundation, industry, and internally-funded). This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Key Responsibilities :

• Subcontract Administration : 30% + Coordinate subcontract proposal along with Pre-Award Coordinator by preparing the Letter of Intent and Subrecipient Commitment Form and communicating directly with the subrecipient contacts. + Upon award, process subcontract request form, complete Marketplace Requisition, and facilitate signatures through Purchase Order setup. + Monitor invoicing requirements and communicate with Grants and Contracts Coordinator and PI on the progress of work completed. + Process invoice payment on a regular basis and manage Purchase Order as necessary working with OGC Post Award Administrator and Grants and Contracts Coordinator. + Perform regular subrecipient monitoring. + Maintain a comprehensive database of subcontract agreements and invoicing status.
• Pre-Award Administration : 30% + Formulate detailed budgets under guidance of Pre-Award Coordinator for proposal submissions and after-the-fact routings. + Assist with negotiation with industry contracts to ensure all study activities are covered as written in the protocol. + Work with PIs and Pre-Award Coordinator to prepare and submit grant applications, ensuring that all sponsor guidelines are met. + Facilitate the execution of contracts and sub-contracts. + Assist with the preparation of project-specific budgets, including proper application of F&A costs. + Prepares progress reports in eRA Commons in collaboration with the PI. + Coordinates all necessary information for Just-In-Time requests from the Office of Grants and Contracts and submits material within the required time frame. + Processes OGC Formstack for the review of amendments and modifications.
• Post Award Administration : 30% + Act as liaison between the UCD Office of Grants and Contracts and the Department. + Review notice of grant award with PI making note of any special restrictions and establishing subcontracts with participating institutions. + Understand and apply negotiated budgets and terms, periodically reviewing study progress including patient enrollment information, generating accurate and timely invoices to Sponsors, and performing cost transfers as necessary. + Completes actions to reconcile and analyze cash with sponsor balances against budget, expenses, and revenue. + Assists with financial close-out of sponsored projects as required by sponsoring agencies with UCD Office of Grants and Contracts. + Anticipate the necessity of no-cost extensions, carryforward, and continuations and facilitate these tasks as necessary.
• Other Duties : 10% + Develops and presents educational content to Department research faculty, staff, and professional research assistants at quarterly research meetings, faculty meetings, and other relevant meetings as necessary. + Develops original content for Department research edition newsletter, including advising research personnel on changing regulations and policies / procedures. + Assists the Research Finance Manager with developing general research policies and procedures relating to clinical research and is independently responsible for development and maintenance of department SOPs relating to regulatory policies and procedures. + Networks with relevant University offices to build up the Department's Best Practices. + Cross-trains with the other members of the team and provides service coverage when needed. + Identifies and participates in training opportunities to enhance knowledge in all areas of responsibilities. + Other duties as assigned.

Work Location : Hybrid

Why Join Us :

The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including :

Qualifications :

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How to Apply :

Screening of Applications Begins : Immediately and continues until 12 / 15 / 25.

Anticipated Pay Range : $48,070-$61,145

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.