OPEN RANK: Contracts & Grants Coordinator OR Specialist - (240000VJ)
Are you passionate about contributing to the latest advancements in orthopaedics research? The Department of Orthopaedics is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to become our newest Contracts & Grants Coordinator or Contracts & Grants Specialist, where you'll be a key player in our collaborative research administration team. We value a supportive atmosphere, ensuring that together, we navigate the exciting landscape of research administration with shared goals and teamwork. The position will be filled as either a Coordinator or Specialist based on selected candidate's qualifications.
As a Contracts & Grants Coordinator or Specialist, you'll be part of the driving force behind the success of our research endeavors. Working under general supervision, you will be pivotal in supporting various aspects of contract and grant proposal submission, award receipt, development of subcontract agreements, other agreements, procurement, and other vital administrative functions. The selected candidate will fill either position commensurate with their education and experience.
BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
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PRIMARY DUTIES - CONTRACTS AND GRANTS COORDINATOR
PRIMARY DUTIES - CONTRACTS AND GRANTS SPECIALIST
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - CONTRACTS & GRANTS COORDINATOR:
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Experience: One (1) year of directly related accounting, budget, contract, grant, or research administration or coordination.
Other: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. Related experience may be substituted for education. Completion of a 12 credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - CONTRACTS & GRANTS SPECIALIST:
Education: Bachelor's degree.
Experience: Three (3) years of accounting, budget, contract, grant, or research administration experience.
Other: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. Related experience may be substituted for education. Completion of a 12 credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of research and sponsored programs administration; and grants and contracts policies, procedures, and guidelines. General knowledge of and skill in the use of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software to produce documents and maintain information. Ability to learn Federal, State, and funding agency requirements related to grants and contracts. Ability to learn and understand legal documents, contracts, applications, and awards. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work in an independent and self-directed manner. Skill in using computers and other office equipment; in composing correspondence; in managing filing systems; in gathering and summarizing information; in maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive matters with discretion and tact; and in planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing complicated and continuing grant and contract assignments without instruction.
HIRING RANGE: $56,000 - $59,000 per year for Coordinator/ $66,000 - $77,000 per year for Specialist (Commensurate with education and experience)
UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected] .
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Job
: Reg or CII Exempt Staff - E1433D
Employee Class : Exempt Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Shift
: Day Job
Financial Disclosure: Yes
Organization
: School of Medicine - Orthopaedics
Job Posting
: May 21, 2024
Unposting Date
: Jun 5, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
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