Grants Analyst II (Remote) - Bursky Public Health

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); À distance; USD 53 000 - 91 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an experienced Grant Analyst to support post-award research administration.

You will partner with faculty, Research Administrators, and university partners to ensure awards are financially sound, compliant, and well-managed throughout the award lifecycle. The role emphasizes proactive monitoring of sponsored projects, guidance on expenditures, salary, subawards, and closeout processes, with a primarily remote work arrangement and periodic on-campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Relevant Experience (2 Years)
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Responsabilités

• Manages and monitors sponsored projects budgets and ensures appropriate and timely expenditures and reconciliation of funds.
• Approves purchasing documents and provides guidance to purchasing staff on appropriate expenditures according to grant policies.
• Checks for accuracy and provides complex troubleshooting for fund profiles and financial reports.

Connaissances

Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Workday

IBM Cognos

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Deadline Management

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Workday Software

IBM Cognos Analytics

Adobe Acrobat

Description du poste

Position Summary

The Bursky Public Health is seeking an experienced post-award research administration professional with a collaborative spirit, a sharp eye for detail, and a mission-driven approach to supporting research. The Grant Analyst will work closely with faculty, Research Administrators, school staff, and University partners to ensure awards are financially sound, compliant with sponsor and University requirements, and effectively managed throughout the award lifecycle.

The position will serve as a key financial resource to faculty and research teams, providing guidance on expenditures, budget management, salary and effort, subawards, financial reporting, rebudgeting, and award closeout. The Analyst will proactively monitor sponsored project activity, identify potential financial issues, and work with faculty and research administration staff to develop solutions. The position is primarily remote, with an expectation of attending on-campus meetings at least monthly and participating in additional in-person activities as needed.

Location

Remote, US

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Award Management

• Manages and monitors sponsored projects budgets and ensures appropriate and timely expenditures and reconciliation of funds.


• Approves purchasing documents and provides guidance to purchasing staff on appropriate expenditures according to specific grant policies.


• Checks for accuracy and provides complex troubleshooting error resolutions/solutions for fund profile setups and financial reports.


• Prepares monthly financial reports on all research accounts and distribute/discuss with PIs and senior leadership.


• Assists Sr. RA in reconciling funds and monitoring spending levels, overdrafts, and cost sharing commitments.


• Performs other duties as assigned including assisting senior leadership with special projects as requested.


• Monitors and works with PI to submit annual agency reports (e.g., Research Performance Progress Reports/RPPRs).


• Teams with the Pre-Award unit on revised budgets.


• Oversees and coordinates the proper transfer of PI grants and contracts into Wash U.

Research Compliance

• Coordinates the necessary support with internal and external requests for grant-related information (i.e. current biosketches, trainee information, and human/animal protocol approvals, other support).

Research Reporting

• Tracks and maintains online database via Monday.com of grants submitted, awarded, rejected, etc.

Grant Closeout

• Serves as responsible for closure of sponsored projects accounts.


• Submits final progress report and invention statement (if applicable) to the appropriate agency.


• Follows up with PI and facilitates submission of delinquent final technical, outcomes, patent, and property reports.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.


• May travel to attend training sessions / seminars.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.


• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

More About This Job

• Knowledge of RMS (Research Management System) and SUBS.


• Knowledge of agency guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

• Accounting, Adobe Acrobat, Analytical Thinking, Computerized Accounting, Computer Literacy, Deadline Management, Grant Administration, IBM Cognos Analytics, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Technologies, Maintaining Composure, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft OneNote, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, Oral Communications, Workday Software, Written Communication

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.


• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.


• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.


• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.


• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.