Research​/Grant Specialist

Position: Research Contract / Grant Specialist
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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Research Contract / Grant Specialist Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department Research & Sponsored Programs Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Contract / Grant Specialist for the Office for Research. This position works under the broad direction of the Contract Manager of Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP).

The Office for Research's mission is to support the research, scholarship, and creative endeavors of all Rutgers faculty. The Office accomplishes its mission by convening with academic and research leaders, providing integrated, user-focused resources, services, and tools, and partnering with faculty.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

* Provides essential services to faculty and staff to ensure external support for their research, training and public service programs.

* Consults, advises and reviews all business / administrative / budgetary aspects of a proposal for completeness, accuracy and compliance with the Sponsor's regulatory requirements and specifications as well as with internal Rutgers policies and procedures.

* Submits proposals to all federal, state, local government, non
-profit and for-profit sponsors via RAPSS, via the designated Sponsor's electronic portal, or via any other route identified by the Sponsor.

* Performs as the liaison between the Principal Investigator (PI) / Department support staff and the Sponsor for any additional clarifications, provision of documentation and response to questions issued by the Sponsor prior to the issuance of the award agreement.

* Ensures close and continuous communication with the PI and his/her administrative support team to handle all post award non-financial aspects of sponsored awards, including but not limited to post award requests for prior Sponsor approvals (when needed), review of award modifications, submission of technical reports (when requested by the Sponsor), and budget revisions and reallocations.

* Reviews, negotiates and processes awards and is responsible for the Funding proposals and Awards modules of the Rutgers Research Administration and Proposal Submission System (RAPSS), as well as for the accuracy and integrity of the information entered, as RAPSS functions is the Rutgers database for research non-financial research administration.

FLSA Exempt Grade 06 Salary Details Minimum Salary  Mid Range Salary  Maximum Salary  Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

* Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

* Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

* Competitive retirement benefits,…