What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Research Program/Services (23230, 22135, 24560, and 20970) position at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?
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This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants are still under consideration.
Position Vacancy Announcement
Florida A&M University’s Department of Research is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for Four (4) Coordinator, Research Program/Services vacancies. All positions will report to the Pre- Award Associate Director (AD) for Sponsored Programs.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for coordination of sponsored research activities from public and/or private sources. The position will advise and assist faculty and staff in all areas of pre-award and administrative activities. Activities associated with this position include, but are not limited to: identification of funding opportunities; preparation, review, negotiation, tracking and administration of proposals, and subcontracts proposal submission for sponsored research, instruction, and public service activities; coordination of compliance issues; analysis of internal and external regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines with subsequent recommendations to Pre-Award Associate Director and Director regarding methodology to achieve compliance or bring exceptions to the same, if applicable; preparation of official communications; and preparation of materials for publications as applicable.
The position will provide training sessions/workshops and will assist the Pre-Award Associate Director and Director with special projects as assigned. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting PI's/Colleges/Schools with proposal/subcontract preparation, review, negotiation, tracking, submission, and administration for sponsored research, instruction, and public service activities from public and/or private sources. During the proposal/subcontract process and development, the Sponsored Research Coordinator (SRC) is responsible for project file set-up and serves as the primary Sponsored Programs Services liaison with funding/sponsoring agencies. During the proposal/subcontract process, the SRC must maintain regular contact with principal investigators, deans, chairs, departmental administrators, and funding agency officials regarding interpretation, application, and development of contract and grant documents, and interpretation of policies, and procedures relative thereto. The SRC negotiates all types of contracts, possesses an extensive working knowledge of regulations appropriate to assigned sponsors, and handles pre-award activities to ensure compliance.
Reviews and approves budgets for, subawards, consultants, stipends, student awards, employment, and budgetary requests based on allowability, allocation and reasonableness of associated costs for proposal submission compliance. Work with PI and department to address all budgetary issues. Work with the PI, department and associated central offices for final proposal submission. Coordination of compliance issues and analysis of internal and external regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines with subsequent recommendations to Pre-Award Associate Director and Director concerning development, revision, methodology, and/or interpretation of all sponsored research activities to achieve compliance or bring exceptions to the same. This includes reviewing proposal guidelines and award terms and conditions to ensure compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization.
Recommended Competencies
Advance knowledge of the creative process and production of concepts using applicable computer software and proficient computer functions related to digital media;
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations;
Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives;
Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously; and
Ability to utilize problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred two years of experience in contract management, grants administration, financial analysis, and budget development;
Experience with computer technology and software, ability to analyze data, generate a grant budget;
Knowledge and experience in Sponsored Research administrations under Federal and State regulations;
Knowledge of Higher Education Cost Principles (Uniform Grants Guidance (UGG) and Good communication and organizational skills; and
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ImageNow.
Pay Plan
This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access
Florida A&M University (FAMU) is committed, as evident in our policies, principles, and practices, to an educational environment and equal opportunity workplace wherein each member of the University community is free from any form of harassment and discrimination. Therefore, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, genetic information, and veteran status, or any other legally protected group status (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972), in accordance with state and federal laws. Discriminatory conduct in the form of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, and stalking, is also prohibited.
Time Limited Position
This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.
This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants are still under consideration.
Position Vacancy Announcement
Florida A&M University’s Department of Research is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for Four (4) Coordinator, Research Program/Services vacancies. All positions will report to the Pre- Award Associate Director (AD) for Sponsored Programs.
Responsibilities
This position is responsible for coordination of sponsored research activities from public and/or private sources. The position will advise and assist faculty and staff in all areas of pre-award and administrative activities. Activities associated with this position include, but are not limited to: identification of funding opportunities; preparation, review, negotiation, tracking and administration of proposals, and subcontracts proposal submission for sponsored research, instruction, and public service activities; coordination of compliance issues; analysis of internal and external regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines with subsequent recommendations to Pre-Award Associate Director and Director regarding methodology to achieve compliance or bring exceptions to the same, if applicable; preparation of official communications; and preparation of materials for publications as applicable.
The position will provide training sessions/workshops and will assist the Pre-Award Associate Director and Director with special projects as assigned. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting PI's/Colleges/Schools with proposal/subcontract preparation, review, negotiation, tracking, submission, and administration for sponsored research, instruction, and public service activities from public and/or private sources. During the proposal/subcontract process and development, the Sponsored Research Coordinator (SRC) is responsible for project file set-up and serves as the primary Sponsored Programs Services liaison with funding/sponsoring agencies. During the proposal/subcontract process, the SRC must maintain regular contact with principal investigators, deans, chairs, departmental administrators, and funding agency officials regarding interpretation, application, and development of contract and grant documents, and interpretation of policies, and procedures relative thereto. The SRC negotiates all types of contracts, possesses an extensive working knowledge of regulations appropriate to assigned sponsors, and handles pre-award activities to ensure compliance.
Reviews and approves budgets for, subawards, consultants, stipends, student awards, employment, and budgetary requests based on allowability, allocation and reasonableness of associated costs for proposal submission compliance. Work with PI and department to address all budgetary issues. Work with the PI, department and associated central offices for final proposal submission. Coordination of compliance issues and analysis of internal and external regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines with subsequent recommendations to Pre-Award Associate Director and Director concerning development, revision, methodology, and/or interpretation of all sponsored research activities to achieve compliance or bring exceptions to the same. This includes reviewing proposal guidelines and award terms and conditions to ensure compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization.
Recommended Competencies
Advance knowledge of the creative process and production of concepts using applicable computer software and proficient computer functions related to digital media;
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations;
Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives;
Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously; and
Ability to utilize problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred two years of experience in contract management, grants administration, financial analysis, and budget development;
Experience with computer technology and software, ability to analyze data, generate a grant budget;
Knowledge and experience in Sponsored Research administrations under Federal and State regulations;
Knowledge of Higher Education Cost Principles (Uniform Grants Guidance (UGG) and Good communication and organizational skills; and
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ImageNow.
Pay Plan
This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access
Florida A&M University (FAMU) is committed, as evident in our policies, principles, and practices, to an educational environment and equal opportunity workplace wherein each member of the University community is free from any form of harassment and discrimination. Therefore, the University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, sexual harassment, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, genetic information, and veteran status, or any other legally protected group status (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972), in accordance with state and federal laws. Discriminatory conduct in the form of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, and stalking, is also prohibited.
Time Limited Position
This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.
