Post-Award Senior Grant Specialist

4 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States The University of Chicago Full time
About the Role

The University of Chicago is seeking a highly skilled Post-Award Senior Grant Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Sponsored Program Services (SPS) team, you will provide expert support to faculty researchers and their teams, ensuring the successful management of sponsored research portfolios.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide financial management and oversight of sponsored research funding for assigned faculty researchers.
  • Assist with the oversight of day-to-day sponsored program activities, including financial management, budget reviews, and audit of invoices and billings.
  • Work directly with Principal Investigators (PIs) or their delegates to facilitate management of grant activities, including expenditure and budget reviews, and preparing financial reports and projections.
  • Develop and implement training materials, guides, and mentorship programs to support staff development and knowledge sharing.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure timely service to departments, units, and sponsors, and perform back-up duties during staff vacations or sick leaves.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Excellent financial management and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with faculty researchers, staff, and sponsors.
  • Knowledge of sponsored research regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of organizational and time management skills.
About the Department

The University of Chicago's Sponsored Program Services (SPS) team provides post-award support to faculty researchers and their teams, ensuring the successful management of sponsored research portfolios. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service, expertise, and support to our faculty and staff, and we are seeking a highly skilled Post-Award Senior Grant Specialist to join our team.



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