Lead-Research Administrator; Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences

Position: Lead-Research Administrator (Psychology & Biobehavioral Sciences)
Better ter n you work e, you’ll join a highly collaborative work culture that inspires you every day to be your best.  With opportunities for learning and growth, you can shape a career path that is right for you while also enjoying all the benefits and stability of working for a world-class institution. This includes work-life balance with generous paid time-off and on-campus conveniences that make life a little easier.

Join us and you’ll quickly see why St. Jude is consistently ranked by our employees on Glassdoor as a “Best Place to Work.”   The Lead-Research Administrator will independently support investigator proposal submission efforts in response to unsolicited application guidelines, requests for applications, public announcements, and requests for proposals from a variety of sponsors of varying complexity. Independently negotiates standard and more complex terms and conditions associated with federal contracts and other non-industrial sponsored agreements consistent with institutional policy and practice, that are programmatically and fiscally responsive.

Prepares or initiates document templates and other resource needs.

The ideal candidate has been directly involved in the grant submission process in a research setting, experience with NIH related grants submission/administration, and clearly and effectively communicates ideas and requests to stakeholders and colleagues. This position requires great attention to detail, outstanding communication skills, proficient use of various software technologies and the ability to prioritize and efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage/ lead operations related to administration of grants and sponsored programs through planning and management of resources.

Manage activities related to grants and sponsored programs (e.g., review of proposal documents including budget, monitoring of subawards, award lifecycle management).Support grant-related activities (e.g., preparation of proposals, cross-functional coordination for proposal development and submission).Develop, prepare, revise, and finalize project budgets and provide budget justifications.

Coordinate proactively with cross-functional teams (e.g., principal investigators, research groups) to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Review award progress, monitor project changes and ensure allowability of expenditures.

Lead process improvement within own team by developing and implementing SOPs, policies, and systems for efficient and effective delivery.(People Managers only) Mentor team members to allow for skill/knowledge development through advice, coaching, and training opportunities.

Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.

Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:

Bachelor's degree required.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum Requirement: 5+ years of experience managing multiple processes within financial administration as applicable to grants and contracts.

Experience working with cross-functional teams.(People Managers only) Some experience managing or mentoring people. Proven performance in earlier role.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law:

None Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only:

None Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to think critically, draw insights and connect the dots. Openness to change and adapting to changing times with resilience and flexibility.

Demonstrates strong knowledge/skills within area on a consistent basis to solve complex problems independently

Able to draw insights from different sets of data and quickly understand why issues are happening. Solves problems quickly…