Sr. Sponsored Projects Specialist

SRA International; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 53,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Sponsored Projects Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in supporting research administration. This position involves managing proposal submissions, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and facilitating award documentation. You will work closely with faculty and staff, providing guidance throughout the proposal preparation process. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to impactful research projects in a collaborative environment. Embrace the chance to enhance your career in a role that values your expertise and dedication.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in sponsored research required.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage proposal preparation and ensure compliance with sponsor requirements.
• Review and process incoming awards and manage workflow in JAWS database.
• Serve as lead administrative user for various electronic systems.

Skills

Proposal preparation

Budget management

Compliance with federal regulations

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Project management

Knowledge of Excel

Experience with SAP

Experience with Fibi

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

Tools

JAWS database

Fibi

Oculus

SAP

eCommons

Job description

We are seeking a Sr. Sponsored Projects Specialist who plays a pivotal role in supporting the Johns Hopkins University Research Administration (JHURA) by addressing inquiries and managing workload assignments. This position is integral to the proposal submission process, ensuring compliance by reviewing proposal budgets and other research administration documentation. The Specialist also interprets sponsor requirements, manages award processes, and facilitates award documentation for account setup. This role supports various departments across JHURA, which oversees research administration for numerous schools and centers.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide advice and counsel to faculty and staff during proposal preparation stage. Review proposals for completeness and compliance.
• Review and process incoming awards.
• Manage workflow process for assigned awards in the JAWS database.
• Review, interpret sponsor requirements, regulations, and institutional policy intersections for proposals and post award.
• Evaluate and coordinate processing of responses to faculty and sponsors regarding proposals and awards.
• Ensure policies are met, correct cost rates are applied, appropriate forms are completed and returned to department or submitted electronically through grants.gov, research.gov, or other electronic means.
• Read and interpret grant and contract program announcements.
• Apply knowledge of federal regulations and policies on research compliance (human subjects, animal, etc.).
• Understand relevant issues and processes regarding conflict of interest and compliance that impact proposal submission, contract signoff, and problem resolution.
• Verify that all required steps have occurred, assembled for review, and are complete.
• Ensure Fibi and JAWS data integrity.
• Prepare agency letters (JIT, IRB training certifications, etc.).
• Serve as lead administrative user of the various electronic systems used for research administration (e.g. Fibi, Oculus, SAP, eCommons).
• Recommend and enhance procedures, and administratively coordinate implementation of new or modified systems.
• Assist with conversion of paper processes into a comprehensive electronic records system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• Must have at least three years of related experience, including at least one year working in a sponsored research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to handle multiple projects in a deadline driven environment.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate experience with budget/pre-award process.
• Must have expert knowledge of Excel.
• Having experience with SAP and Fibi would be a plus.

Additional Information

Classified Title: Specialist-FIN-Grants
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Sponsored Projects Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PC
Starting Salary Range: $53,800 - $94,400 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: Research Administration Ofc of
Personnel area: University Administration

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University.

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, or status as a protected veteran.