Sr. Contract & Grant Analyst

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

The California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology - known as CALIT2 - is one of four Gray Davis Institutes for Science and Innovation located on University of California campuses. The founding objective of CALIT2 was to create a world-class multidisciplinary research institute to promote discovery and innovation, notably to harness the ubiquity and scale of the internet and wireless technologies to accelerate growth in many different scientific areas and industries that are undergoing a massive transformation. Over two decades, CALIT2 has focused on inter-transdisciplinary research, as well as the creation of new, advanced scientific facilities, and centers and 'living laboratories' to attract and support the nearly 250 UCI faculty who have opted to affiliate with the institute. It also offers programs for workforce development, training and outreach, as well as commercialization paths (e.g. through Techportal) and interfaces with the industry. CalIT2 brings together faculty and students from different schools at UCI, collaborates with other CaliT2 institutes (at UCSD and UCR) and with other California Institutes for Science and Innovation in the University of California.

This position requires the experience and knowledge of a seasoned research administrator to independently process and / or oversee proposals and awards and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Provides quality high-level assistance to faculty, researchers, and other academic personnel affiliated with CalIT2 to obtain (Pre-Award) and manage (Post-Award) sponsored awards that support research, training, outreach and other institute activities. Works with other research units for complex, collaborative proposals and awards. We are seeking an experienced individual that can support and enable CalIT2's contracts & grants activities growth in number and complexity.

Pre-Award responsibilities include submission of contract and grant (C&G) proposals from all prospective sponsors including but not limited to the Federal Government, Private Foundations, and For-Profit Entities. Requirements include preparation of complex proposal budgets and support documents while assisting investigators with adherence to submission guidelines by using acquired knowledge to interpret policy and comply with proposal guidelines.

Post-Award responsibilities include monitoring and reporting on funds received from outside sponsors and internal UCI sources, and provides general guidance on the proper stewardship of those funds. Requires knowledge of University and agency guidelines and policies governing spending funds, allocating costs, complying with generally accepted cost principles and preparation of cost transfers to properly allocate costs. Also requires knowledge of and ability to prepare closeout documents, cost-sharing reports, and effort reporting documents.

Required:

• Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines of Federal and non-Federal sponsors supporting research and educational activities, preferably in a university environment.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable compliance requirements related to use of human or animal subjects in research, financial conflict of interest, biosafety, etc.
• Ability to manage significant volume and complex timing of transactions.
• Ability to perform complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
• Demonstrated competence in the use of spreadsheet and database software in financial analysis, fiscal management and financial reports.
• Ability to maintain independent judgment; strong organization and communication skills; and a customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective grant funding processes, procedures and techniques
• Strong writing skills in a variety of styles to draft persuasive text for a variety of audiences while ensuring adherence to funding sponsor guidelines.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• 3-5 years of related experience

Preferred:

• Maintains current knowledge of compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $$71,600- $$96,500 (Annual).

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.