Pre-Award Grants Specialist I: Budgets & Proposals

Karyaar; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Pre-Award Administrator to assist in preparing financial components for the pre-award phase of sponsored projects. This role is based in the Hillman Cancer Center grants and contracts department in a hybrid on-campus/remote arrangement in Pittsburgh.

The incumbent should have basic accounting understanding, be computer literate (Word, Excel, GL), and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and GL.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and submitting small grant and contract proposals.
• Draft contractual arrangements and procurement proposals; perform cost analyses and invoice processing; handle collections.
• Monitor grants and contractual arrangements and prepare routine financial documentation.
• Assist with policy and procedural interpretation and with the preparation of pre-award applications and reports to grant agencies.
• Communicate with faculty to gather required information.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Adaptable

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

General Ledger (GL)

Job description

University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Pre-Award Administrator to assist in preparing financial components for the pre-award phase of sponsored projects. This role is based in the Hillman Cancer Center grants and contracts department in a hybrid on-campus/remote arrangement in Pittsburgh.

The incumbent should have basic accounting understanding, be computer literate (Word, Excel, GL), and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.