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Senior Research Financial Analyst

University of California
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2025

Senior Research Financial Analyst

CMP (Cellular Molecular Pha)

Full Time

83097BR

Job Summary

The Senior Research Finance Analyst will be independently responsible for post-award administration for several active Principal Investigators in the Department. The Senior RFA will provide both advisory and transactional services in all areas of post-award.

The Analyst will use advanced contracts and grants concepts to manage high volume and high complexity transactions. They may review and guide others in the review of financial and administrative management requirements of research contract and grant proposals, awards, and / or transactions to ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policies. They will work independently to assess complex grant, contract and subcontract transactions where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. They may be eligible for delegated signature authority and may review and sign transactions for less experienced staff. The Analyst may serve as a technical specialist in a particular area, such as federal contracts, state contracts, subcontracts, or information systems.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $156,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / compensation-and-benefits / index.html

Department Description

The Department of Cellular & Molecular Pharmacology (CMP) is a basic science department within the School of Medicine and performs research and training. CMP provides administrative and financial services to 15 primary faculty members; 2 adjunct faculty members; 40 non-faculty academics; 36 postdoctoral scholars and 32 graduate students.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience
  • Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions.
  • Ability to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
  • Demonstrated advanced competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
  • Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization and communication skills; and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas.
  • Maintains knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies. Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.
  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
  • Ability to interpret policy for others.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive knowledge of program administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environment.
  • Advanced knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
  • Experience with all types of award mechanisms, including grants, contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreements.
  • Full knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policy, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administration.
  • Advanced knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques
  • Advanced ability to create and train grant writing and other communications skills in a variety of styles to ensure securing grant funding required.
  • About UCSF

    The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

    Pride Values

    UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

    In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

    Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    Organization

    Campus

    Job Code and Payroll Title

    006207 RSCH ADM 4

    Job Category

    Research and Scientific

    Bargaining Unit

    99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

    Employee Class

    Contract

    Percentage

    100%

    Location

    San Francisco, CA

    Campus

    Mission Bay (SF)

    Work Style

    Hybrid

    Shift

    Days

    Shift Length

    8 Hours

    Additional Shift Details

    Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

    Salary : $100,000 - $156,000

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