Grant Specialist - Brown School

Position Summary
Prepares and submits research and related grant and contract proposals with faculty and other school researchers. Completes and submits progress reports to agency sponsors.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages the department's general, special purpose, grants and research budgets.
• Coordinates all internal grant.
• Manages finances for all department grants awarded.
• Reviews end of grant period financial reports.
• Assists faculty and departments in preparing budgets for grant applications.
• Processes all grants and fellowships received by faculty.
• Assists in assembling the grant's components, preparing the proposal's budget and budget narrative and liaising with coordinating units on campus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in using University general accounting, reporting and payroll systems (AIS, RAPS, HRMS).
• Some experience with grant preparation.
• Accounting background, particularly general budgeting and grant budgeting experience.
• Oral and written communication skills are necessary.
• Effectively communicating with constituents is a vital part of this job.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Organizational and excellent public relations skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification and three years’ experience working in accounting, grants and/or payroll.

Grade
G09

Salary Range
$44,700.00 - $73,800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected]  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.