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Job Description RSCH ADM 2 Working Title Analyst, Sponsored Research & Programs
Job Code 006205 Grade 20
Department Name SOM Finance & Administration - D02013 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 06/25/2018
Position(s) Directly Supervised
Job Code Title FTE

Generic Scope
Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action.

Custom Scope
Under general supervision, develops and/or oversees research proposals, awards and/or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional and research sponsor policies. Works on proposals of moderate scope such as single investigator NSF proposals where analysis of financial information or reports requires review of a variety of factors (e.g. budgets, salaries, expenses, etc). Receives assignments on project basis and fully analyzes problems, gathers data and information, and recommends solutions. May be eligible for delegated signature authority. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official.

Department Custom Scope
Functions independently, under supervision from the Sponsored Research & Programs Supervisor, to provide analytical and financial management support in the coordination and processing of proposals of moderate to complex scope, budget development, contract and grant administration, and award management and closeout activities as required. The customer audience includes a complement of School of Medicine units (Dean's Office, the Division of Biomedical Sciences, the Division of Clinical Sciences, Center for Healthy Communities, Student Affairs, Undergraduate Education, and Graduate Medical Education), as well as collegial collaborators, external business partners, and community based organizations. Perform complex budget/resource analysis including retrieving data from campus financial systems, organizing and validating data and the preparation of comprehensive reports for management. Provides Pre-Award and Post-Award administration support to School of Medicine. Maintain fiscal integrity for all funds and accounts. Ensure all funds are in auditable/reportable condition.

Education & Experience Requirements

Education Requirements
Degree Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements
Experience Requirement

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

Key Responsibilities

Description % Time
Dept Role (DR): Under general supervision, organizes, plans, establishes and monitors fiscal budget control of contracts and grants administration, gifts, endowments and privately funded projects for faculty research programs.
  • Maintain financial management and fiscal integrity for all contracts and grants according to agency-specific terms and conditions, the University of California policy and procedures, campus Internal Audit and the Business and Finance Financial Bulletins. Ensure compliance with the Federal Government OMB circulars for all awards.
15
(DR): Analyzes transactions, expenditures, identifies and resolves discrepancies, financial and inventory reports. Prepares proposal budgets and support documents that are required by proposal guidelines.
  • Work with payroll staff to ensure accuracy with all pertinent hiring such as type of appointment, percentage of time, appointment period, salary level, etc. Verify appointment fund sources, benefit rates and leave accruals. Review personnel transactions for validation and perform budget checking to ensure adherence of financial plan (departmental and all other funding sources). Maintain accurate and timely records of all financial and payroll transactions for compliance.
10
Develops and/or oversees non-competing continuations, supplements and other award/agreement amendments.
5
(DR): Applies professional concepts to provide projections, analyze spending and recommend adjustments.
5
(DR): Under general supervision, provides post-award financial administration and management for research funds in accordance with organization policy and agency requirements.
  • Review general ledger reports and reconcile expenses on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy and compliance with all agency and university policies, procedures and requirements. Prepare computerized financial statements on a monthly basis that accurately reflect current balances and forecast future expenses. Advise and assist PI on rebudgeting, no-cost extensions, reductions in personnel support, etc., to ensure adherence to all policies, procedures and guidelines.
15
(DR): Advises department administrators on compliance regulations.
5
(DR): Assists in support of audit as directed by senior staff.
5
(CR): Applies professional concepts to authorize establishment of contract and grant fund accounts with approval of other analysts or Director.
  • Advise PI on agency reporting requirements including technical, financial and cost sharing reports to close out or renew awards. Work closely with PI prior to close out of project to ensure all funds are committed and all charges will be reflected on ledger by the expiration date of the award.
10
(CR): Develops professional relationships with sponsor representatives.
5
(CR): Under general supervision, provides advice and counsel regarding sponsored projects administration to Department Administrators and PIs.
5
Performs other duties as assigned.
5
Adhere to University fiscal closing deadlines and procedures. Review all department preliminary ledgers to identify discrepancies and initiate necessary actions. Prepare appropriate closing documents to encumber funds, re-allocate expenses, create and/or change budget allocations, etc.
5
Coordinate proposal submissions. Consult with PI to review agency guidelines in preparation for creating a detailed budget plan forecasting all budget categories. Prepare cost analysis to ensure adequate funding is requested including personnel, as well as any projected changes requested by agency. Develop budget forecasting for periods 1-5 years depending on agency guidelines. Coordinate the preparation of all campus reviews and work with the appropriate offices to ensure timely review and approval of proposals.
5
Collect additional data as required and analyzes information. Determine sources and retrieve data from campus financial systems to provide management with comprehensive reports in a clear and understandable manner.
5

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/Ability Requirement
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines. Required
Knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc. Required
Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration. Required
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions. Required
Ability to perform moderately complex financial analysis and customized reporting. Required
Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles. Required
Demonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports. Required
Independent judgment and strong organization and communication skills and customer service focus. Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer or other web browsers; experience with maintaining moderately complex databases. Required
Strong ability to organize workload when faced with competing priorities and to complete work assignments on a timely basis despite frequent interruptions. Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate, using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community partners. Required
Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities. Required
Demonstrated skill in working as part of a team and collaborating with others to complete tasks/projects. Required
Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA and FERPA. Required
Demonstrated knowledge of the University of California's financial and personnel policies and procedures and the ability to interpret them, for the purpose of project scope and budget development. Preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of and working experience with University of California client/server systems. Preferred

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement
Occasional travel to/from campus and various SOM locations. Required

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Overtime

Level of Supervision Received
Supervision

Environment

Working Environment
UC Intellicenter

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Constantly
  • Communicate Orally : Frequently
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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