Lead Research Finance Analyst

Biochemistry and Biophysics

Full Time

75091BR

Job Summary

The Lead Research Finance Analyst (RFA) is independently responsible for post award administration for active Principal Investigators as well as supervision of all other RFAs in the Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics.

The Analyst will play a key role in implementing best practices within the Department for post award administration. This includes workflows for grants management operations and processes for obtaining financial approvals on PI projects. The Analyst is responsible for the training and development of two RFAs on an ongoing basis and to facilitate the solving of complex portfolio problems for those on the post award team.

The Lead RFA will supervise support staff (currently consisting of one finance assistant) working on grants or contracts according to established policies, practices and defined internal controls. They will receive pre-determined work that is subject to a moderate level of control and review and exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. The Lead RFA will Identify risks and respond accordingly. They will provide priority setting and work flow analysis and will also use advanced contracts and grants concepts to manage high volume and high complexity transactions.

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Department Description

The Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics is a large teaching and research department within the School of Medicine. The department offers graduate studies in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Cell Biology,
Developmental Biology, Systems Biology, and Genetics degree programs, in addition to providing courses for medical, dental, and pharmacy students. Each program includes interdepartmental faculty representing: the Cancer
Center, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiology, Pediatrics, Microbiology, Pathology, Anatomy, Psychiatry and Neurology departments, as well as our own. In addition to offering course work, the department's other main goal is to provide an environment where outstanding research in diverse areas of interest is conducted. A close, collaborative spirit among faculty facilitates a research atmosphere that is both productive and exciting. Moreover, many colleagues from other departments have joint appointments with Biochemistry, which forms an added active pool of investigators with whom we closely collaborate.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum 5 years of related experience
• Minimum 3 year of experience as a lead/supervisor/manager
• Thorough knowledge of contracts and grants transactions and applicable financial systems, as well as related policy, accounting, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions
• Ability to perform highly complex financial analysis and customized reporting
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles. Demonstrated advanced competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports
• Proficiency in use of common desktop / web applications
• Strong interpersonal skills, service orientation, ability to multi-task effectively in a varied, high volume environment, judgment and decision-making, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to present complex finance-related information in a clear and concise manner, both in writing and verbally
• Advanced computer skills including Intermediate-Advanced Excel to produce reports and integrated spreadsheets. Ability to use either Mac or PC
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Code of Federal Regulations, sponsor-specific policies, intellectual property policies, conflict of interest requirements, publication rights, application of indirect cost rates and other complex concepts in research administration
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply sponsor, institutional and departmental policies. Knowledge of current compliance regulations in all areas of research administration
• Thorough knowledge of policy and its interpretations
• Ability to screen applicants, interview candidates and either make selection decisions or recommend individuals for hire

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

006216 CONTRACTS AND GRANTS SUPV 2

Job Category

Financial, Research and Scientific, Supervisory / Management

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm