Job Description:

Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Neurology is seeking a Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (pre and post award). Must be able to perform pre-post award accounting for clinical trials, this includes budget negotiations. Will work with Industry Sponsors, and Foundation. Will prepare and meet regularly with faculty/supervisor to go over financials. Serves as a resource on subject area and overall technical resource to principal investigator and other university staff. Participates as a mentor and provides cross-training, as necessary

Job Summary

Performs pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.

Essential Functions

Project Monitoring, Project Administration, Ensure Compliance with grant requirements, managing timelines and deliverables, Prepares Financial reports/documents.

Physical Effort

Mostly sedentary. Must be able to get around a university setting.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: M-F,8:30-5:00

Work Arrangement: M-F,8:30-5:00

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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