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*The University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, Dean’s Administration is currently seeking a Research Administrator for the Office of Research Administration to manage the financial and administrative aspects of grant and contract proposal submissions. The ideal candidate will work closely with faculty and researchers to ensure compliance with funding agency guidelines, manage proposal development, and provide strategic guidance throughout the proposal submission process**.*Act as a liaison between principal investigators (PIs), central administration, and funding agencies, the research administrator will oversee complex, multi-investigator grants. The role also involves providing strategic guidance to departments, institutes, centers, and project PIs on research administration and compliance matters.The selected candidate will manage a wide range of finance and administrative functions in the area of research for the School.Acts as an adviser to the senior management and manages a team of research administration staff.** Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the School conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond.** ** *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):* UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). */ /* *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.* *UMB CORE VALUES:* Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery ** *PRIMARY DUTIES: * * **Provide expert direction for unit and/or team of research administration staff by balancing pre-award proposals application and/or submissions and administration of multiple post-award activities are executed. Responsible for contracts and grants administration and maximizing funds available to conduct research. Ensure department grants and contracts comply with all federal and state legal requirements and UMB policies prior to review by the Office of Research & Development. ** * Develop and implement policy statements and annual project plans. Provide direction for operational aspects of contracts and grant management business operation matters. Assist in the development of the department’s research strategic plan in accordance with UMB priorities. Provides PI and management with ad hoc reports in support of strategic plan.** * Manage the preparation and review of grant and contract budgets and applications. Finalize documents for submission. Validate proposal error or warnings. Knowledgeable in all funding mechanisms. Provide guidance on staffing and budgetary requirements. * Review, interpret, communicate, and ensure sponsor guidelines are in compliance and eligibility information is defined within proposals. Interact directly with designation sponsor representatives to clarify ambiguous terms and conditions, and to request supplemental funding, no cost extensions, and other administrative requests. * Manage all grants submitted including tracking individual faculty grant histories, success rates by agency, and providing faculty with historical perspectives. Review purchase order requests on equipment and large supply orders to ensure funding available and policies are followed. Administer lifecycle research administration budget from initiation through closeout and all results are completed and submitted to sponsor timely. * Identify issues and independently resolve and assist others in issue resolution as needed. Anticipate roadblocks and able to independently resolve. * Develop criteria for review of grant and contract applications. Review and interpret funding guidelines and regulations and advises faculty as to policies and procedures of those agencies. Identify future funding opportunities and work with PI to identify components. * Develop timeline to meet submission deadlines and checklist of required documents and adjusts timeline to adapt to change. Recommend overall adjustments in effort allocation and spending across investigator portfolio. * Consult with PI to translate program requirements into contract terms. Identify, develop, and ensure contract requirements contain quantifiable specification and measurable performance criteria. Validate the performance criteria will meet the requirements. * Develop safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses. Ensure sub awards are in compliance with terms and conditions of the award. * Provide direction in definition of partnership. Establish review criteria to understand if partnership is a vendor vs. subcontract. * Interpret data for the purpose of determining past financial performance to develop and prepare financial reports for financial analysis, forecasting, and trending. Devise financial reporting tools and reports. * Model and train staff on the consultative approach to problem solving and negotiation with internal and external constituents to achieve unit's goals. * Performs other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* *EDUCATION:*Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred. *EXPERIENCE: *Six (6) years of progressively building research administrative background with at least 4 years in full life-cycle research administration. *SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:*One (1) year of work coordination or training of others preferred. *CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:*Certification Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. *OTHER:*Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethic Commission. Completion of a 12-credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience. Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted. ** *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Thorough knowledge of position requirements. Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations,andlaws.Skillineffectiveuseofapplicabletechnology/systems.Abilitytoeffectivelycommunicatebothverbalandwrittenthoughts,ideas,andfacts.Abilitytosupportamissionandstrategic vision. Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Skill in consultationandchangemanagement.Abilitytodemonstrate,understand,apply,andadheretotheUMB CoreValuesofRespectandIntegrity,Well-beingandSustainability,EquityandJustice,andInnovationand Discovery. ** *HIRING RANGE:*$101,000 - $115,000, commensurate with education and experience. UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **School of Pharmacy - Dean's Administration* **Title:** *Research Administrator (Contracts & Grants) * **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000CI*