Office of Research and Programs: Post-Award Research Concierge

Position: Office of Research and Sponsored Programs: Post-Award Research Concierge
- Coordinates compensation for research participants.
* Leads researchers in the preparation and/or maintenance documentation, financial management, and/or reporting requirements related to sponsored grants, contracts, or agreements.
* Documents processes to create job aids for use by other research administration staff and PIs.
* Organizes and maintains documentation on a file sharing platform (e.g., SharePoint).
* Assists with data collection to support reporting requirements for the NSF GRANTED-BRIDGE project.
* Serves as a liaison and expert resource for researchers regarding the interpretation of policy and procedure related to overall sponsored project management.
* Interprets existing institutional and granting agency policy and procedure related to overall sponsored project management.
* Builds relationships with PIs and Identifies and connects PIs with campus stakeholders as needed to seek information and/or accomplish administrative tasks.
* Initiates “new award” meetings for PIs to transition from pre-award to post-award support.
* Meets regularly with assigned mentors to build knowledge and campus connections.
* Participates in professional development/training opportunities.
* Associate degree.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills, including a customer service mindset and an ability to work with people at multiple levels within the organization.
* Sound judgement regarding personal and confidential information.
* Proficiency in standard software programs, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
* Familiarity with grants and sponsored funding.
* Project management skills, including ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
* Ability to work independently and take initiative to find information needed to complete tasks.
* Bachelor's degree.
* Experience in financial management.
* Experience working in higher education.
* Grant writing or grant management experience.
* Documentation or technical writing skills.
* Experience with grants administration and financial systems (e.g., Huron Research Suites, Workday).
* Familiarity with Uniform Guidance and Federal Regulations.
* Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
* All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.

Note:

Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

** To Ensure Consideration:
Applications received by the end of the day on 11/16/2025 are ensured full consideration.
** Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

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