Pre-Award Research Administrator

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Position Information

Pre-Award Research Administrator

Regular

SA92524

full-time 40 hours weekly

Exempt

$88,000 - $95,000

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate ofthe compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, aswell as internal equity and other internal factors.

The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary

Chapman University’s Office of Research is seeking a Research Administrator to join its growing and highly motivated team of research administration. The tasks and duties associated with the Research Administrator position will vary based on the candidate’sexperience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The ideal candidateprovides support throughout the life cycle of awards for a widerange of disciplines at Chapman University. The Research Administrator works collaboratively with faculty and academic professionals in areas including monitoring of funding opportunities, proposal development, reviewing and negotiating proposals and awards;

preparing contractual agreements; and reviewing of proposals for compliance with sponsor and university policies and federal, state and local government regulations.

Serves as Authorized Organizational Representative to submit proposals and communicate with sponsors on behalf of the university. Additionally, this position may work with Sponsored Projects Services ( SPS ) leadership and staff on SPS departmental projects and/or special assignments as needed. This is an exempt Administrator position. This position is eligible for participation in our health and welfare benefits, supplemental retirement plan, accrued sick time, vacation, and holiday pay.

This position is fully in-person and based in Irvine at our Rinkercampus.

• Coordinate the review process for grant and contract proposals.
  
  Identify areas of risk and/or concern and provide recommendations for solutions prior to proposal submission. Provide guidance withthe interpretation of sponsor guidelines, federal and state lawsand university policies and procedures. Ensure adherence to policies and guidelines by the university and respective agencies.
  
  Ensure export controls and conflict of interest review have been conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Serve as Authorized Organizational Representative to submit proposals and communicate with sponsors on behalf of the university. Act as a liaison between faculty and funding agency.
• Act as a liaison between faculty, academic units, compliance committees and administrative university offices to obtain guidance on appropriate subjects, such as budget, human resources, legal,technology transfer, risk, environmental health and safety andanimal & human subject compliance, etc.
• Facilitate contract negotiations including new awards,amendments, supplements, renewals, extensions and subcontracts within delegated authority. Secure concurrence of the principal investigator and other University offices prior to accepting awards with non-standard terms and conditions. Advise all concerned parties of their responsibilities in meeting special award requirements.
• Track proposals from notice of intent to apply through submission. Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for investigators and…