Research Administrator I

Job no:534499
Work type:Staff Full-Time
Location:Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Grant or Research Administration
Department:27321301 - HA-UFHCC RESEARCH SERVICES

Classification Title:

Research Administrator I

Job Description:

The UF Health Cancer Center is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span 11 of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 350 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure.

As a research administrator at the UFHCC, you will serve as a critical liaison between the UFHCC and principal investigators, departmental chairs and administrators, the office of the SVP for Health Affairs, UF core offices, and granting agencies.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following under the guidance and direction of the Research Services Manager:

• Administration of all grant and contract proposals received by the UFHCC, including all traditional research administration responsibilities assigned to the pre-award stage of the research administration process.
• Administration of all post-award responsibilities for grants and contracts awarded in the UFHCC including oversight of commitments, sponsor relations, critical dates, grants related expenses, and other related tasks.
• Administration of the UFHCC’s internal funding mechanisms and pilot awards including administrative oversight of the RFA, review, and award processes related to these awards.

This is an entry level position, ideal for candidates with an interest in establishing careers in research administration and in gaining experience in a complex academic research center. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

Expected Salary:

$22.00 - $27.00, hourly; Commensurate with Education and Experience.

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave .

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or other related field.
• Some professional office experience in an academic medical research environment, or similar.
• Working knowledge and understanding of accounting practices and applied GAAP and GAS principles.
• Prior experience using PeopleSoft and/or UFIRST, or another similar enterprise finance and grants management system, preferred.

Qualities:

• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be effective independently, maintain appropriate discretion, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.
• Proven sense of professional ethics and conduct, understanding and effectively using and applying Emotional Intelligence strategies and skills.
• Demonstrated forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues.

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work with detailed financial data and to analyze financial information.
• Strong organizational skills and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with yourSocial Security Number redactedto your application for consideration. More information and resources regarding the hiring process, including veteran’s preference, can be found here .

Application must be submitted by11:55 p.m. (ET)of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Salary : $22 - $27