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Research Grant Administrator
Montana State University
Position Information
Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 23230
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Wanda McCarthy at (406) 994-4611 or wanda.mccarthy@montana.edu.
Classification Title: Finance Professional
Working Title: Research Grant Administrator
Brief Position Overview
The OSP Research Administrator coordinates administrative and accounting functions for pre and post award research activities by managing a defined portfolio of departmental research grant funds.
Position Number: 4C6446
Department: Office of Sponsored Programs Admin
Division: Office of Research and Economic Development
Appointment Type: Professional
Contract Term: Fiscal Year
Semester:
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FLSA: Exempt
Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE: 1.0
Benefits Eligible: Eligible
Salary: Starting $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type: LOA
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Recruitment Type: Open
Position Details
General Statement
The Office of Sponsored Programs serves as the central administrative entity and acts as the institutional representative responsible for approving and submitting research proposals to Federal, State and Private sponsors for external research funding and implementing awards resulting from these proposals. OSP is comprised of research administrators that work in partnership with faculty and researchers to ensure that proposals and then awards conform and are managed according to sponsor guidelines, federal and state regulations and University policies, as well as management tasks with a focus on regulatory compliance, financial requirements and customer support.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Administrator is an integral role within the Office of Sponsored Programs and supports the assigned departments and faculty/researchers within a defined portfolio of grants with the administration of pre and post-award. Using independent judgment they will be responsible for coordinating administrative and accounting functions including the following responsibilities:
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
2. Progressively responsible fiscal management level experience.
3. Demonstrated experience working with standard administrative procedures and accounting principles, practices, and techniques.
4. Ability to exercise diplomacy, establish effective working relationships, and maintain a high degree of professionalism when working with staff and faculty across campus, as well as sponsor representatives.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
1. Demonstrated technical expertise in grants and contracts, especially federal.
2. Familiarity with state and federal regulations including OMB Uniform Guidance Circular.
3. Experience using Banner software in a university environment.
4. Demonstrated experience and ability to work effectively with various computer systems and on-line submission portals.
5. Certified Research Administrator from the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC).
The Successful Candidate Will
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
After passing an initial probationary period, a flexible work arrangement may be arranged.
Benefits Overview
Tuition Waiver Eligibility
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?: No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search.
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date:
Close Date:
Applications will be:
Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position is filled.
Special Instructions
Diversity Statement
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
MSU's Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
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