Grants & Programs Specialist II — Neuroscience Research

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); Presencial; USD 57.000 - 79.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Rochester’s Department of Neuroscience seeks an experienced administrator to coordinate departmental programs and sponsored research activities, with moderate independence and decision-making. You will manage pre- and post-award grant activities, develop budgets, monitor expenses, and produce financial reports in compliance with sponsor and university policies.

Familiarity with NIH guidelines, IORA and ASSIST platforms, UR Financials, and strong communication skills are

Formación

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple priorities; outstanding organizational skills.
• Experience with NIH grants or other regulatory agency administration, including pre- and post-award reporting.
• Familiarity with IORA (Integrated Online Research Administration) and federal grant application platforms (e.g. ASSIST) is required.
• Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Office and institutional systems.

Responsabilidades

• Provides professional-level support in the coordination of departmental programs and sponsored research activities, with moderate independence and decision-making authority.
• Assists in developing and implementing program policies and procedures; monitors program operations to ensure alignment with established goals; and facilitates communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supports planning and evaluation activities, including data collection, outcome analysis, and reporting.
• Contributes to the development of training and outreach materials and collaborates with institutional resources as needed.
• Manages pre- and post-award processes for research and programmatic grants, including budget preparation, account setup, expenditure monitoring, and financial reporting, in compliance with University, sponsor, and federal regulations.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Multitasking

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

IORA

ASSIST

Excel

URSpace

Descripción del empleo

The University of Rochester’s Department of Neuroscience seeks an experienced administrator to coordinate departmental programs and sponsored research activities, with moderate independence and decision-making. You will manage pre- and post-award grant activities, develop budgets, monitor expenses, and produce financial reports in compliance with sponsor and university policies.

Familiarity with NIH guidelines, IORA and ASSIST platforms, UR Financials, and strong communication skills are