Contracts and Grants Analyst

Contracts and Grants Analyst Computer Science University of California, Santa Barbara Summary of Job Details : Under the general supervision of the Contracts and Grants Manager, is responsible for developing and submitting 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 require review of a variety of factors (e.g. budgets, salaries, expenses, etc.) Receives assignments and analyzes problems, gathers data and information, and recommends solutions. Completes transactions for signature by manager or authorized institutional official. Maintains effective working relationships and coordinates closely with Principal Investigator, department staff, Office of Research, other campus central and academic departments. Is independently responsible for gift processing and projecting salary, benefits, tuition, and fees in GUS. Prepares subaward invoices for payment. Supports the broader Financial Unit as backup / overflow preparer for travel, entertainment, membership, and miscellaneous reimbursement. Supports the Contracts and Grants Unit in backing up the other Contracts and Grants Analyst. Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 1-3 years of experience with financial accounting.
• Ability to establish and maintain priorities, multi-task and meet deadlines while balancing high volume workload.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to perform financial analysis.
• Proficiency with Google software programs and Microsoft programs.
• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources Special Conditions of Employment :
• This position is funded through March 31, 2026 pending further funding.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment. Budgeted Hourly Range : $34.62 to $36.01 / hour. Full Hourly Range : $34.62 to $51.43 / hour. Days / Hours : Mon-Fri, 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm Benefits Eligibility : Full Benefits UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination. Application review begins : February 21, 2025 Apply online at https : / / jobs.ucsb.edu Job 76119

Salary : $35 - $51