Assistant Division Business Manager

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Job Description The Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS) at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) is looking for a highly motivated and organized individual who can work in a fast-paced team-setting to serve as the Assistant Business Manager, a key support role to help run the daily business operations of the Division.

The successful candidate will have an active role in both pre- and post-award sponsored program administration. Responsibilities include the ability to assemble and submit research proposals under deadlines. Applicants must be able to independently review solicitations and assemble proposal packets to assure compliance with agency guidelines. Other responsibilities include the ability to review contractual agreements, assure compliance with agreements, set up subawards, review expenditures, request amendments and extensions from sponsors, and coordinate and prepare closeout activities.

Division responsibilities include working with DRI Leadership to coordinate sponsor cost share requirements, account set up and monitoring, prepare monthly financial reports and recharge rates, and coordinate HR related activities. The successful candidate will be expected to interact regularly with faculty, staff, DRI administrative units, sponsors, and collaborators, and serve on various Institute committees. The successful candidate will also be required to become proficient with using Workday, the Institute’s grants and contracts database, and other reporting tools.

This position is located in Reno, Nevada. Hybrid or remote applicants may be considered.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration or related field from an accredited institution.

Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in higher education or non-profit.

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in sponsored research administration.

Experience in costing and budget development.

Expected knowledge and practice of federal regulations or Uniform Guidance.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Strong management and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

US Citizenship per sponsor funding requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Workday.

Conditions of Employment Due to restricted programs oversight, access, and locations, ALL applicants for this position MUST be citizens of the United States and the incumbent will be subject to work status verification through E-Verify.

Employment is contingent upon a successful completion of a background check.

Organizational SummaryDRI is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity, DRI faculty, students/postdocs who work alongside them, and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.

Since 1959, DRI’s research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans’ impact on the environment…