Senior Research Administrator

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Francisco is seeking a senior Research Administrator to collaborate with the Research Administration Manager, develop and deploy team trainings, and participate in workgroups and committees. You will bring leadership to change management projects that streamline internal processes and review complex transactions.

This role serves as a trusted expert across the department, interpreting sponsor and university policies within the financial component and providing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Government Accounting with 5+ years related experience or equivalent training.
• Extensive knowledge of program administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and教育 activities, preferably in a university environment.
• Advanced knowledge of grant funding processes, procedures and techniques.
• Ability to interpret policy and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies.
• Ability to manage high-volume and complex transactions.
• Ability to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
• Ability to interpret policy for others.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and database software; strong MS Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and deployment of team trainings.
• Actively participate in workgroups and committees.
• Provide leadership on change management projects to streamline internal processes.
• Review and approve transactions for less experienced staff.
• Serve as Research Administration SME across the Department.
• Provide temporary coverage of post-award services when needed.
• Interpret University and sponsor policies within the financial component of research.

Skills

Grant funding processes

Policy interpretation

Financial analysis

MS Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Government Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

This senior level position will work closely with the Research Administration Manager and assist with the development and deployment of team trainings and will actively participate in workgroups and committees. Furthermore, they will bring leadership and expertise to change management projects focused on streamlining internal processes and will review and approve transactions for less experienced staff. This position will act as a Research Administration source matter expert across the Department and will occasionally provide temporary coverage of post-award services when needed. The Research Administrator is a valued member of the team and an important resource to both Principal Investigator, Division Manager, and other departmental personnel in the interpretation of University and sponsor policies and procedures within the financial component of the research area.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Government Accounting and 5+ years related experience and / or equivalent experience / training
• Extensive knowledge of program administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environment
• Advanced knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques
• Maintains knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies. Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.
• Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions
• Ability to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reporting
• Ability to interpret policy for others
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles
• Demonstrated advanced competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports. Excellent computer skills and facility with using MS Excel e.g., (sorting, pivot tables, filtering, basic formulas)
• Knowledge of general fund accounting, purchasing, and budgeting, financial projection and business planning concepts
• Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization and communication skills; and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas
• Proven superior analytical, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), organizational and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA)
• Full knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policy, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administration
• Experience with all types of award mechanisms, including grants, contracts, subcontracts, and cooperative agreements
• Previous experience working in an academic environment
• Previous experience with research administration in an international environment

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.