Serves as a liaison between Grants and Sponsored Projects Office and Information Services to assist in the development and ongoing upgrades needed for the MARS and Workday systems related to sponsored awards. Assists Research Analyst team lead with managing and submission of all federally mandated reports for which GSP is responsible. Assumes responsibility for data accuracy, for applications submitted, awards received, and accounts activated. Generates reports for upper-level executives both on a routine and ad hoc basis.
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This position is open to remote consideration
Job Responsibilities:
- Support/coordinate management of grants and sponsored programs (e.g., preparation and review of proposal documents including budget, monitoring of subawards, award lifecycle management) more independently.
- Read, interpret, disseminate and apply federal and other sponsor guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements to support investigators and other relevant teams.
- Coordinate with members from research teams, sponsor institutions and other teams to facilitate standard issue resolution, and escalate as needed.
- Manage negotiation of standard terms and conditions associated with basic non-industrial sponsored research agreements to ensure consistency with institutional policies.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives within the team through suggestions and executing assigned tasks.
- Contribute to the development, preparation, revision, and finalization of project budgets and providing budget justifications.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Minimum Education and/or Training:
- Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum Requirement: 2+ years of experience in financial administration processes as applicable to grants and sponsored programs.
- Experience in relevant regulations as applicable to grants and sponsored programs.
- Some experience coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Direct experience with grant and contract administration preferred
- Basic understanding of using Power-Bi for reporting purposes.
- Prior NIH grant experience preferred.
Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $65,520 - $114,400 per year for the role of Grants & Contracts - Research Administrator II.
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Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report to learn about the hospital’s roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future.
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