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Contracts and Grants Analyst
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31781517 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | $59,000 - $92,300 |
Position Information
Under general supervision, the Contracts and Grants Analyst is responsible for performing pre and post-award research administration duties including but not limited to developing research proposals, managing awards, processing transactions related to contract and grant management, and maintaining contract and grant records in compliance with institutional and research sponsor policies. The Contracts and Grants Analyst will coordinate the submission of proposals to multiple agencies, including the development of multi-year budgets, where analysis of financial information requires review of a variety of factors (e.g. salaries, fringe benefits, expenses, etc). Receives assignments on a project basis and fully analyzes problems, gathers data and information, and recommends solutions. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official. The Contracts and grants analyst will assist faculty in planning for the effective and appropriate use of all their funds; and ensure compliance with agency-specific terms and conditions, federal OMB circulars, and UC policy.
This position is designated as a Career Ladder recruitment, which means the hiring department can recruit and fill this role at different levels within the position classification series. Therefore, this position is currently posted as (RSCH ADM 2 Grade 20 Recruitment 31781517) and (RSCH ADM 3 Grade 21 Recruitment 31780973). Applicants are encouraged to review both positions to determine the best match to their skills. All applicants will be assessed based on the minimum requirements for the recruitment for which they applied. If you wish to be considered in both pools or are unsure, please apply for both positions.
The salary range for this position is $59,000 - $103,400 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is up to $81,200 annually. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
This position is designated as a Career Ladder recruitment, which means the hiring department can recruit and fill this role at different levels within the position classification series. Therefore, this position is currently posted as (RSCH ADM 2 Grade 20 Recruitment 31781517) and (RSCH ADM 3 Grade 21 Recruitment 31780973). Applicants are encouraged to review both positions to determine the best match to their skills. All applicants will be assessed based on the minimum requirements for the recruitment for which they applied. If you wish to be considered in both pools or are unsure, please apply for both positions.
The salary range for this position is $59,000 - $103,400 annually. The expected pay scale for this position is up to $81,200 annually. We base placement within these ranges on the individual's qualifications as they relate to this position.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a university employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience ensuring compliance with sponsor terms and conditions, University policies, and/or federal and state requirements for contracts and/or sponsored projects; submitting, reviewing and endorsing sponsored projects proposals; accepting awards that support sponsored projects; and preparing and issuing subawards. | Preferred |
| Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting contractual, legal, and/or regulatory language and requirements. | Required |
| Demonstrated specialized experience in contract and grant programmatic/budgetary analysis and reporting; preparing fiscal and progress reports for submission to sponsor or review by management; and preparing periodic budget reports, conducting variance and other analyses, to ensure compliance with sponsor terms and conditions. | Preferred |
| Prior work experience in contract, grant, and/or sponsored funding administration or research administrative analysis. | Preferred |
| Experience working in research administration at a university, specifically within a medical school, or a non-profit research institute or hospital. | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Occasional travel to/from campus and various SOM locations. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
Writing skils to draft persuasive text for variety of audiences.
Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA and FERPA.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer or other web browsers; experience with maintaining moderately complex databases.
Ability to perform moderately complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate, using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community partners.
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions.
Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.
Demonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
Strong ability to organize workload when faced with competing priorities and to complete work assignments on a timely basis despite frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated skill in working as part of a team and collaborating with others to complete tasks/projects.
Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization; communication skills; and a customer service focus.
Writing skils to draft persuasive text for variety of audiences.
Demonstrated ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA and FERPA.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer or other web browsers; experience with maintaining moderately complex databases.
Ability to perform moderately complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively and professionally communicate, using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community partners.
Ability to manage a high volume of transactions.
Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.
Demonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
Strong ability to organize workload when faced with competing priorities and to complete work assignments on a timely basis despite frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated skill in working as part of a team and collaborating with others to complete tasks/projects.
Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization; communication skills; and a customer service focus.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
knowledge of grant funding processes, procedures and techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge of and working experience with University of California client/server systems.
Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
knowledge of grant funding processes, procedures and techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge of and working experience with University of California client/server systems.
Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview