Stanford University, Department of Medicine, is seeking a highly motivated, hard-working professional to work in the role of Grant and Finance Specialist under the general direction of the Research Operations Manager to develop, implement and administer the vision, strategy, and goals of the various research efforts within the Division of Primary Care and Population Health (PCPH). The role of this position will oversee both pre and post award portfolios for our research population, collaborating with faculty and researchers to develop and manage their funding sources. This role requires serving as a resource expert, supporting the growth and development of our faculty and research efforts. Given the significant growth of our Division in recent years, we are seeking a candidate who is adept at multitasking, extremely detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a strong team player. Excellent communication skills are essential for high-level interactions within our diverse academic and medical community.
This role will be in a hybrid agreement frequenting our Stanford campus, but is remote eligible.
Duties include:
Participate with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored and nonsponsored research guidelines. Oversee and communicate submission process, both paper and electronic; review documents for completeness and compliance.Develop, prepare, and finalize project budgets, and provide budget justification.Serve as liaison and active partner between principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries.Collaborate with Office of Sponsored Research to ensure awards are set up properly and costsharing requirements are fulfilled; initiate cost transfers.Review and approve expenditures, advise on post award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue.Develop and communicate reports supporting project status; create effective forecasting and decision aides.Understand, apply, and advise on university and government policies for projects.Serve as a resource on subject area and overall technical resource to principal investigator and other university staff.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Higher Education experience preferred.Extensive knowledge of policies related to research administration (Uniform Guidance, sponsor policies and practices).Strong understanding of Stanford systems: Stanford Electronic Research Administration (SeRA), Oracle financials,Commitment Management System, iLab, Business Intelligence reporting module.
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The expected pay range for this position is $85,000 to $108,000 per annum.
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