Senior Contracts and Grants Specialist

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), the Center for Biomedical Engineering and Technology (BioMET) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Contracts & Grants Specialist.

The Center for BioMET is an organized research center under the University of Maryland School of Medicine. It is composed of biomedical scientists with expertise in medicine, molecular and cell biology, optics, applied physics, engineering, and biochemistry who investigate basic and applied problems in medicine. The selected candidate will perform duties that support the mission and vision of the Center.

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, 15 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).  

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Prepares contract and grant budget application. Finalizes documents for submission. Validates proposal error and/or warnings. Knowledgeable in all funding mechanisms and interprets of federal, state, University, sponsor policies and regulations and requirements to ensure compliance and adherence to those policies. 
• Provides consultation, advice, and directions to all level staff and faculty regarding grant and/or contracting issue resolution.
• Translates program requirements into contract terms in consultation with principal investigator (PI) and management. Identifies, develops, and ensures contract requirements contain quantifiable specification and measurable performance criteria. Validates the performance criteria and the criteria will meet the requirements. Ensures all results are completed and submitted to sponsor. 
• Collaborates with principal investigator (PI) and management regarding sponsor guidelines and request for proposal, interpret and communicate compliance and eligibility information to research faculty and staff. Identify inconsistencies n process and develops suggestions for improvement.
• Maintains all close sub award documents. 
• Interprets data for determining past financial performance. Devise financial reporting tools and reports.
• Develops safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses. Ensures sub awards are also in compliance with award terms and conditions.
• Develops evaluation criteria for review of grant and contract applications. Develops checklist and timeline to meet and adhere to submission deadlines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Five (5) years of directly related contract, grant, or research administration.

Supervisory Experience: N/A.

Certification/Licensure: N/A.

Other: Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. No substitution of experience for minimum 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, ABILITIES:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $87,000 - $93,000 per year (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.