Research Services Principal Professional

Overview

Research Services Principal Professional

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Department of Pathology

Job Title:
Research Administrator (Research Services Principal Professional)

Position
:  - Requisition 35022

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert and authority in the area of research administration
• Scheduling and agenda for research faculty meetings
• Conference and meeting planning
• Assist with organizing annual research retreat
• Preparation of forms, correspondence and other materials on behalf of the Vice Chair and designated PIs
• Assist the Vice Chair and Equipment committee with keeping service contracts up to date
• Maintain detailed understanding of PI's current project portfolio including grants, personnel, etc
• Maintain current files on all grant and contract awards
• Financial data analysis and creation of research dashboards
• Work with the Director of Finance Administration and team to implement sound and timely fiscal management of research projects
• Maintain knowledge of UC SOM and funding agency policies
• Maintain up-to-date files on all awarded/funded contracts and grants
• Track monthly expenses and other accounting activity including salary distribution and percent effort
• Review funding allocations on a monthly basis with PI and address budgetary issues and changes as needed
• Create customized monthly reports that itemize, interpret and compare expenditure relative to budget, balances and encumbrances
• Prepare and submit journal entries (JE) and payroll expense transfers (PET)
• Communicate with PI on issues regarding grants and contracts administration

Hybrid schedule - 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis
• Three (3) years professional level research experience

• Master's degree in biology, molecular biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
• Four (4) years of experience in an experimental or wet laboratory

• Expert knowledge of laboratory techniques including safety procedures
• Expert ability to analyze and solve complex problems
• Effective written and oral communication
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information
• Expert level knowledge of research administration

Screening of applications begins:
November 1, 2024

Anticipated Pay Range: $60,882 - $77,442

The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

• Application Materials
  
  Required:
  
  Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
• Questions:
  PathHR
• Background checks are conducted for all prospective employees.
• Vaccination policies may apply for healthcare facilities or certain research roles.

Posting Date:
September 30, 2024

Posting contact:
Justin Le (JUSTIN.LE)

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