Business/Administrative Associate I

University of Illinois Chicago; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Chicago in Rockford, IL is seeking a finance-focused professional to oversee the Rural Health Professions (RHTP) program and its federal grants, on-site at the Rockford campus.

You will manage day-to-day financial oversight of the RHTP grant and related awards, subawards, contracts, financial reporting, and compliance to ensure proper stewardship of sponsor funds.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day financial oversight of the RHTP grant and associated awards.

Job description

Hiring Department: National Center for Rural Health Professions

Location: Rockford, IL USA

Posting Close Date: 9/16/26

Salary Range: The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,600 - $60,000 annual. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is located on the Rockford campus 90 miles northwest of Chicago. (On-Site Work - Not Remote).

About The University Of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

This position provides fiscal oversight related to the administration of the Rural Health Professions (RHTP) program and its federally funded grants. The position will provide dedicated oversight of grant finances, subawards, contracts, financial reporting, and compliance activities to ensure responsible stewardship of sponsor funds and adherence to University and federal requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day financial oversight of the RHTP grant and associated awards.