Senior Grants Consultant (Remote)

Job Summary:

This creates an opportunity to join an existing team of pre-award administrators who truly love what they do. In addition to a wonderful remote team environment, you can work with leading edge faculty in developing ideas and supporting medical research that has the potential to improve your quality of life and the quality of life of those you love.

Key Responsibilities:

• This position is part of the Pre-Award Shared Services (PASS) team. Members of this team work primarily with Principal Investigators, various department administrators, the Office of Grants and Contracts, and other members of the PASS team.
• The major function of this position is to assist faculty in submission and pre-award administration of grants and contracts.
• In addition to pre-award grant applications and contracts, grant consultants will assist with pre-award additional information requests and post-award grant reports.
• This position will be responsible for the management, development, implementation, and oversight of pre-award grant functions, including ensuring all applications and agreements follow sponsor guidelines, University guidelines and timelines, and adhere to all grant application regulations and requirements.
• Senior Grant Consultants are asked to assist with process improvement strategies and the training and mentoring of entry level consultants.

Why Join Us:

Pre-Award Shared Services is within the Dean’s Office in the School of Medicine. We have a wonderful team of staff who work together on a variety of grants and contracts, expanding their knowledge base and supporting one another. Additionally, serving multiple departments and divisions helps us have a greater impact and influence on the entire university system.

This position is expected to have the ability to work remotely.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience in pre-award research administration developing grant budgets including salaries, fringe, modified total direct costs, and accurate indirect cost calculations.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with InfoEd Proposal Development System or similar grant submission software.
• Experience working in an academic environment or medical center.
• Proficiency with PeopleSoft (HRMS &/or Finance).
• Experience preparing and submitting National Institutes of Health grant applications and Research Performance Progress Reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and faculty at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve in an uncertain environment
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality with sensitive information.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

Questions should be directed to: Sara Rotz at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as $51,883 to $65,995.

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Accommodations may be granted for medical or religious reasons.

The University of Colorado seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.