Grants and Contracts Associate (Sponsored Awards Specialist)

University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

L'Université de l'Illinois Chicago recherche un Grants and Contracts Associate pour gérer les activités financières post-attribution des projets sponsorisés. Ce poste hybride exige un diplôme en administration ou un domaine connexe et implique des responsabilités variées allant de la gestion des projets à l'analyse des politiques des sponsors. Le candidat idéal doit posséder des compétences en résolution de problèmes et en communication, et être capable de travailler efficacement sous pression.

Qualifications

• Bac en administration, comptabilité, finance ou domaine connexe requis.
• Expérience dans une institution d'enseignement supérieur souhaitée.
• Connaissance de l'administration des projets financés appréciée.

Responsibilities

• Gérer le cycle de vie post-attribution des projets financés.
• Développer et superviser les politiques financières et de conformité.
• Analyser les politiques des sponsors et préparer des rapports financiers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grants and Contracts Associate (Sponsored Awards Specialist)

Apply now to join the University of Illinois Chicago as a Grants and Contracts Associate (Sponsored Awards Specialist). This role involves managing post-award financial activities for sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor policies, and preparing financial reports. The position is based in Chicago, IL, offering a hybrid work environment, with a salary range of $67,000 to $77,000 annually.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing the post-award lifecycle of sponsored projects, including set-up, billing, expenditure monitoring, and close-out.
2. Developing and overseeing policies for post-award financial and compliance activities.
3. Providing guidance to university staff to ensure regulatory compliance and consistency.
4. Analyzing sponsor policies and preparing financial reports for fund management and close-out.
5. Participating in committees and process improvement initiatives.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or related field.

Preferred qualifications: Experience at a higher education institution, knowledge of sponsored project administration, strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ability to multitask effectively.

To apply: Complete the online application thoroughly, including detailed work history, education, and supporting documents. Ensure your application is fully submitted before the deadline of May 30, 2025. Illinois residency is required within 180 days of employment.