Grants Administrator - Remote (Research & Graduate Programs - Medicine)
Florida State University

Job Info

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Job Title: Grants Administrator - Remote (Research & Graduate Programs - Medicine)
Location: Remote
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 56929
Department

College of Medicine, Research & Graduate Programs

Responsibilities

Assists in coordination of research proposal activities for the College of Medicine (COM) by providing support for faculty, postdoctoral research assistants, students and staff applying for intramural and extramural funding and transferring awards. Activities include reviewing and analyzing proposal documents for accuracy and compliance; developing budgets; assisting with interpretation of sponsor guidelines and requirements; assisting with understanding and following COM, university, and sponsor policies and procedures; and managing all RAMP activities through proposal submittal. Serves as college-level proposal development and submittal authority. Develops and maintains effective communication and positive work relationships with COM principal investigators, COM Research Accounting, COM departmental support staff, the FSU Office of Research, other university departments, and sponsors. Effectively facilitates research activities of the COM with university departments and with federal, state, and private partners. Liaises with principal investigators, the FSU Office of Research, and sponsors to facilitate receipt of awards. Maintains knowledge of common sponsor submission policies and familiarity with submittal systems.

Coordinates advanced analysis of proposals and data. Assists with advanced special projects, special reports, and development and implementation of operating procedures. May assist with training and development activities for other COM Grants Administrators.

Creates and maintains proposal files. Compiles information for database entries on contract and grant activity as well as other office activities that are tracked for various reporting purposes. Assists with monitoring COM's Office of Research Administration email inbox and responding to requests for assistance.

Coordinates with COM Research Accounting to assist with reporting activities and complete shared tasks.

Participates in COM Pre and Post-award meetings and FSU Office of Research training opportunities. Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and experience equal to eight years. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

This position requires successful completion of the eSPEAR Certification or ability to obtain the certification within 6 months of hire.
https://www.research.fsu.edu/research-offices/sra/resources/training/espear/

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter with their application, which should include specific information regarding experience working remotely and/or capabilities to work remotely, and address any potential accommodations needed if working in a different time zone.

Preferred Qualifications

* Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
* Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices.
* Knowledge of federal, state, and private sources for contract and grant funds.
* Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, policies, procedures, correspondences, and other written materials.

Helpful

• The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this position is one who brings grants and contracts experience to the role, and who is skilled at communication and collaboration. The ideal candidate is also detail-oriented, organized, adaptable to changing situations, and has excellent reading comprehension skills.
• First 6 Months: The first six months will be spent in intensive training. FSU eSPEAR training will provide an understanding of the institutional research administration processes and requirements, and COM-specific training and job shadowing will provide exposure to our research enterprise, identify internal expectations, and develop familiarity with COM researchers and sponsors.
• Typical Day in This Position: There isn't one! Pre-award proposal development support is the primary activity for the position, but there are many different tasks associated with that support. A work day could include working with a researcher to develop a project budget, communicating with FSU approvers and sponsors to clarify requirements and policies, reviewing grant opportunities, assisting with document development, preparing and coordinating proposal submittal in FSU's research administration system, collaborating with the COM Research Accounting and other college research administration teams, transferring proposal data to our internal database, and assisting with COM research events. There are also numerous training and professional development opportunities available.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $58,500, commensurate with education and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, which should include specific information regarding experience working remotely and/or capabilities to work remotely, and address any potential accommodations needed if working in a different time zone.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

This position has been designated as eligible for remote work based on the current position/job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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