Contracts and Grants Specialist, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research

Contracts and Grants Specialist, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research Indiana University - 4.2 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $70,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Cash flow management Term negotiation Computer operation Contract management Contract review Grant management Computer literacy Mid-level Financial analysis Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Accounting Research administration Cash management Computer skills Request for proposal Expenditure monitoring Financial management 2 years Communication skills Time management Full Job Description Department

PED-WELLS CTR FOR PED RES

(IN-WCPR-IUINA) Department Information The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University (IU)School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 300 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness. With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond. Job Summary Provides financial monitoring and analysis of contracts and grants and partners with Principal Investigator(s) (PI) to ensure expenses are being paid according to contract Consults on and completes pre-award applications and participates in contract closeouts Performs post-award accounting of more complex grants; interprets regulations and guidelines of program funding for standard grants and prepares reports for grant agency Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations Analyzes awards to determine reporting requirements and sending reports/invoices Requests or approves amendments to contract terms or contract extensions Prepares bids or requests for proposals (RFPs), including specifications and requirements; negotiates contract terms and participates in the determination of acceptable bids Analyzes and determines cash needs for cost reimbursable grants to the various agencies and cash management Closes out awards as appropriate Provides policy and procedure interpretation to various stakeholders Ensures compliance with sponsor terms, university policies/procedures, and federal/state regulations Qualifications This position is posted at the Career Career Level but may be filled at the Core Career Level depending on the candidate's qualifications. Although they will be similar, the duties and responsibilities may differ if filled at the lower rank. Please see the qualifications for each level listed below.

Career Requirements :

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required Bachelor's degree (preferably in related field)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required 2 years of relevant experience SKILLS Required Proficient written and verbal communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Highly thorough and dependable Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Core Requirements :

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required Bachelor's degree in related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred Some experience related to field SKILLS Required Proficient communication skills Maintains a high degree of professionalism Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Highly thorough and dependable Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Additional Information This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Work Location Indianapolis, Indiana Advertised Salary $60,000 - $70,000 per year based on a combination of experience, skill level, education, and training Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

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