Grant Management Specialist

4 weeks ago

Dallas, Texas, United States Southern Methodist University Full time
About the Position

This is an on-campus, in-person role that reports to the Director, Sponsored Projects and Contracts. The Grant Management Specialist provides customer-focused support to faculty and administrators for pre-award and award management (non-financial) oversight of sponsored projects in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment to advance research at SMU.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with proposal development process for sponsored project proposals, developing budgets and budget justifications, and ensuring applications are complete and accurate prior to submission and in accordance with established agency/institutional guidelines.
  • Advise and answer questions from Investigators and research teams relating to pre-award administration and proposal development, including interpretation and application of granting agency policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Prepare standard forms, enter grant information, and upload materials to submission portals, including but not limited to ASSIST, , , Proposal Central, etc., ensuring all internal review processes/approvals are completed at the time of submission. Review any errors, make all necessary corrections, and ensure proposals are successfully submitted to sponsors.
  • Assist investigators in responding to sponsor requests for additional information at the just-in-time (JIT) stage. Review, negotiate, and process incoming awards. Award phase functions include those necessary to establish new grant awards and to ensure a seamless workflow from Pre-Award to Grant Accounting.
  • Advise sponsored project investigators in accordance with sponsor requirements and deadlines related to progress reports, carryforward, prior approval, and no-cost extension requests. Review and submit progress reports, carry forward, prior approval, budget change requests, and no-cost extension requests related to awarded projects and in accordance with sponsor requirements and deadlines. Liaison to, collaborate and coordinate with sponsor agencies, universities, contractors/consultants, etc.
  • Develop and provide training and outreach to researchers, faculty, and administrators on grant submissions, clarifying roles and correct research process, and application of appropriate regulations. Assist in providing guidance and training to team members as needed under direction of the Associate Director/Director.
  • Participation in required training and professional development opportunities in the field of research administration.
  • Assist with other activities and special projects at the direction of the Associate Director/Director. Performs other duties as required.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • A minimum of three years of professional work experience is required, preferably in general accounting, project budgeting, and/or cost accounting. Experience in higher education is strongly preferred. Experience with a portfolio that includes supporting a college/department with proposals/awards desired.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Candidate must demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Must also demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing. A strong customer service orientation is essential.
  • Candidate must demonstrate strong time management, organizational, and planning skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and excel in a deadline-driven environment is essential. Must also be able to work independently and as part of a team with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues. A strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy is essential.
  • Candidate must have strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with the ability to identify, analyze problems, and devise solutions.
  • Candidate must demonstrate a strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Familiarity with various eRA systems preferred. An understanding of Uniform Guidance and federal regulatory compliance requirements, including conflict of interest, export control, and research involving animals and human subjects, desired.
Benefits

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

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