Grants Coordinator A / B (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine) (Philadelphia)

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Grants Coordinator A / B

Grants Coordinator A

Job Description Summary

This role assists with the preparation, review and submission of sponsored program programs through the internal review process for submission to the sponsor, assuring compliance with the department, school and university guidelines. Activities include, preparing pre-award budget / justifications, provide guidance on policies and procedures related to sponsored programs and resolution of related issues with the investigators. The individual will also act as a liaison between the faculty, administrative staff and various internal and external contacts. Prepare reports for review by the grants management team and monitor grant expenditures for allowability with funding policies.

Job Description

This role assists with the preparation, review and submission of sponsored program programs through the internal review process for submission to the sponsor, assuring compliance with the department, school and university guidelines. Activities include, preparing pre-award budget / justifications, provide guidance on policies and procedures related to sponsored programs and resolution of related issues with the investigators. The individual will also act as a liaison between the faculty, administrative staff and various internal and external contacts. Prepare reports for review by the grants management team and monitor grant expenditures for allowability with funding policies.

Job Responsibilities

• Pre-award grant support to senior team with the preparation of research proposals to sponsors. Assist with the preparation of budgets and budget justifications. Gather required documents for submission according to funding sponsor guidelines. Review application for completeness
• Create, manage and track subcontracts. Reconcile subcontracts to ensure consistent spending and notify subcontract recipients of important due dates. Track outstanding accounts receivable and process for payment in a timely fashion
• Maintain an organized filing system for departmental accounts, research projects and HR files. Print and distribute monthly fund summary reports to faculty and managers.
• Post-award grant support to senior team.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Grants Coordinator A - Under the general direction of the Pathology & Lab Medicine ADRO, this position is responsible for supporting the Pathology Research Business Office in pre- and post-award grant management including proposal development, budget development, and related activities for a diverse sponsor portfolio. Will prepare and process revised budgets, new budget journals, reallocation journals, budget reduction journals, Concur and Procard transactions as well as cost transfers. Will assist with other grant reporting and closeout, including reporting on discretionary and endowment funds. Will act as a liaison with the School of Medicine administration and Research Services. Reports to the Pathology & Lab Medicine ADRO and has a dotted reporting line to the SOM Office of Research Support Services.

Grants Coordinator B In addition to the duties above, the Grants Coordinator B will have a higher level of related experience and will work independently with an increased portfolio.

Position contingent upon funding

Qualifications

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$49,500.00 - $59,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidates qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the jobs level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your familys health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Tuition : Take advantage of Penns exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

Retirement : Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penns Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Time Away from Work : Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with familywhatever your personal needs may be.

Long-Term Care Insurance : In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when youre newly hired, you wont have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. Thats why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

Professional and Personal Development : Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

University Resources : As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the Universitys libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. Theres always something going on at Penn, whether its a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, youre right in the middle of the excitementand you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, youll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

Flexible Work Hours : Flexible work options offer creative approaches