Senior Research Contracts & Grants Specialist

UCI Health Regional Burn Center; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a seasoned research administrator to independently oversee extramural research proposals, awards, and related contract and grant transactions, ensuring compliance with sponsor policies and maintaining accurate records.

This role requires advanced financial analysis, strong writing skills, and proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; a minimum of three years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
• Competence with spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis.
• Independent judgment with strong organization and communication.
• Knowledge of compliance regulations in research administration.
• Knowledge of GAAP and fiscal reporting principles.
• Experience with grant funding processes and sponsor guidelines.
• Strong writing skills for persuasive texts.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee extramural research proposals, awards, and contract/grant transactions.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor policies and maintain records.
• Analyze data across complex regulations and coordinate multi-investigator projects.
• Mentor less experienced staff and guide multi-sub award budgeting.

Skills

Complex financial analysis

Spreadsheet skills

Independent judgment

Compliance regulations

Accounting principles

Grant funding processes

Strong writing skills

MS Office proficiency

Bachelor's degree or higher

3+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

UC Irvine is seeking a seasoned research administrator to independently oversee extramural research proposals, awards, and related contract and grant transactions, ensuring compliance with sponsor policies and maintaining accurate records.

This role requires advanced financial analysis, strong writing skills, and proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; a minimum of three years of relevant experience is required.