Post-Award Grant Specialist

Job Summary:

This position is an opportunity to join an existing team of Post-Award Grant Specialists in a wonderful remote team environment. You can work with cutting-edge pediatric faculty in their fields by supporting their research through various post-award functions. The position supports the Associate Grant Program Director, Principal Investigators, as well as various other members of department leadership.

Post-Award Grant Specialists are responsible for managing, developing, implementing, and oversight of all post-award functions for the Department of Pediatrics, per the policies and procedures of the Department. Post-Award Specialists also manage all research account activity for AEF, Children's Hospital Colorado, and gift funds related to research activity. The position includes overall fiscal management of grants and contracts for specific sections and/or Principal Investigators and has the authority to make business decisions as they relate to the administration of these grants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of sponsored projects for sections within the Department as assigned by the Associate Grants Program Director.
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator to review the notice of grant award and ensure all budgets are accurate and set up correctly per University policies and procedures and sponsor instructions.
• Manage all subcontracts with participating institutions and facilitate payment of invoices promptly.
• Work with PI to proactively establish correct funding and effort of personnel for each project. Review monthly to maintain accuracy and process proactive and retroactive funding transactions per University procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile Federal Financial Reports and Final Expenditure Reports and manage project close-out process accurately and within required deadlines.
• Prepare projection reports and develop a reconciliation process to review with PI monthly.
• Present quarterly reports to Section Heads providing an overview of the budget and cash balances for all active and inactive grants/contracts with outstanding issues needing resolution and a list of proposals submitted over the preceding 12 months.

Work Location:

Remote - this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pediatrics Post Award Team is a supportive and knowledgeable group working with various sections within the Department. The exposure to the various types of grants and contracts, the training provided, as well as the team's overall commitment to continuing education, is unmatched.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community, and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance, or Business-related major.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in preparing detailed budgets, expense reports, and financial projections.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado.
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of advanced or expert-level experience with post-award grants and contracts management.
• One to two (1-2) years of experience in preparing contracts, subcontracts, project agreements, and/or memorandums of understanding.
• Experience in interpreting and applying policies from multiple levels of authority (federal, state, and institutional) and serving as a resource for others.
• Experience in leading meetings, presenting financial reports, and/or making presentations to management.
• Experience working in an academic environment or medical center.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft (HCM/Finance).
• Experience using spreadsheets (Excel), email (Outlook), and calendar software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse community and employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management, independent thought, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage priorities and be proactive in resolving issues.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high level of tact and diplomacy.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Jeanette Leeser, jeanette.leeser@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 30, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring range for this position has been established as $65,037 to $82,727.

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.