Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Working Title Financial Research Administrator
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully remote
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202401461AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $65,000-$80,000
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/09/2024
Description Of Work Unit
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Colorado State University’s ( CSU ) Office of Sponsored Programs ( OSP ) invites nominations and applications for the position of Senior Research Administrator ( SRA ). Sponsored Programs is the primary coordinating and managerial office for externally funded activities of a contractual nature at CSU . OSP oversees the full-range of research administration from proposal review and submission to final invoicing and project close-out.
Colorado State University is a land-grant Carnegie Class Doctoral/Research-Extensive University experiencing aggressive growth in faculty recruitment, student enrollment, and research expenditures. Research productivity per tenure-track faculty member is among the highest in the country within like universities.
CSU is a member of the Kuali Foundation, using Kuali Financial System ( KFS ) and Kuali Research (KR) for integrated research administration. CSU is a member and active in the Federal Demonstration Partnership ( FDP ) and the Council on Governmental Relations ( COGR ).
Position Summary
The Financial Research Administrator ( FRA ) position will be responsible for ensuring an assigned portfolio is compliant with Uniform Guidance, award terms and conditions, as well as institutional policies and processes. The FRA will be assigned to a research administrator team and work collaboratively with the team, all members of the Office Sponsored Programs staff, the campus community, and sponsors. This position will be expected to pull information from a variety of resources to determine the best answer to complex questions.
Required Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of post-award grant management/grant accounting experience.
- In lieu of a degree, a High School Diploma (or GED ) plus 6 years of post-award grant management/grant accounting experience will be accepted.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and advise on federal, state, and sponsoring agency’s rules, regulations, policies regarding sponsored projects.
- Certified Research Administrator ( CRA ) or Certified Financial Research Administrator ( CFRA )
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category Post-Award Financial Grant Administration
Duty/Responsibility
- Completes financial reports to be sent to sponsor, as required by the award terms and conditions (including SF-425).
- Monitors assigned awards and performs financial and administrative analyses on a regular basis.
- Consults with PI (Principal Investigators) and the department regarding improper account findings such as negative balances, unallowable costs, etc.
- Works as an administrative resource to CSU research investigators, providing assistance, guidance and counsel during management, to verify and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable regulatory and financial compliance requirements, including institution policies and procedures, funding agency terms and conditions, OMB 2 CFR 200 from notice of award to closeout.
- Verify accuracy of award setup, modifications, and budget information in Kuali Research and Financial.
- Ensure timely financial closeouts.
Percentage Of Time 60%
Job Duty Category Customer Support
Duty/Responsibility
- Act as a financial liaison between the University and outside federal, state, local and private agencies.
- Responds to inquiries in a timely manner using effective interpersonal communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and methods as appropriate to address questions and/or concerns.
- Communicate guidance and recommendations to principal investigators and departmental research administrators to prevent out of balance or compliance situations in project budgets and/or accounting.
Percentage Of Time 30%
Job Duty Category Service
Duty/Responsibility
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of workflow, current practices, business processes, and policy.
- Attend regular meetings, training sessions and professional development workshops/seminars to keep current on policies and procedures relevant to position responsibilities.
- Participate in office-wide projects that ensure the institution is compliant with sponsor obligations and requirements
Percentage Of Time 10%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter that addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position and a current resume.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact Kathy Aitchison, Kathy.Aitchison@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The
Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,
titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,
oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,
oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the
Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested 3
Maximum Requested 3
