What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Award Team Lead position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
Lineberger Compr Cancer Center-426801
Career Area
Accounting/Finance/Auditing
Posting Open Date
11/27/2024
Application Deadline
04/09/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Pre-Award Team Lead
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20030810
Vacancy ID
NF0008701
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
FTE
1
Hours per week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$76,000-$96,600
Proposed Start Date
12/16/2024
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.
Position Summary
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center (LCCC) has created a Pre-Award Grant Development Office that works with over 100 Principal Investigators (PIs) to submit a variety of research proposals including federal, foundation, and private industry sponsors. The Pre-Award Team Lead an integral part of the LCCC Research Development Group, supervising and managing UNC LCCC’s Pre-Award unit. This position will directly manage the pre-award group. We expect this group to grow as new PIs are recruited to UNC and additional specialized research programs are developed at LCCC. The Pre-Award Team Lead will report to the Director of Research Development. They will oversee all functions of the pre-award team to ensure they run smoothly. This position will interface directly with PIs to ensure their pre-award needs are being met. They will be expected to troubleshoot problems as they occur and independently work with PIs, the Office of Sponsored Programs, the Sponsored Programs Office, and Grant Sponsors as appropriate. The Pre-Award Team Lead will directly mentor all members of the team to ensure that current guidelines are being followed in the submission of proposals. This position will be required to look for and implement constant improvements in the delivery of pre-award services to LCCC PIs. This position will review and approve all outgoing proposals to ensure compliance with Sponsor submission guidelines. They will also review all proposals that need LCCC approval from other departments. They will work with the supervisors to ensure that workloads are spread equitably across team members. In addition, this position will have a small PI portfolio of their own to submit grants.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Mid- to late-career with Masters and 2- 4 yrs experience; Bachelors and 3-5 yrs experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of award management experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Degree related in business area. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Salary : $76,000 - $96,600
