Grants Coordinator A / B (Department of Hematology / Oncology) (Philadelphia)

Grants Coordinator A / B (Department of Hematology / Oncology)

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. Position contingent upon funding.

Grants Coordinator A

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
• Post-award grant support to senior team.
• Work very closely with Monitor grant expenditure for compliance and corrective actions as needed.
• Provide liaison to research offices across the University
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications :

Associate's Degree and 2 to 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Grants Coordinator B

Job Responsibilities

Qualifications :

Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Grant and contract administration and / or accounting preferred with knowledge of and demonstrated competency with compliance issues related to the management of both federal and non-federal sponsored research. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience in University financial systems is preferred. Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently as well as part of a team with faculty and staff under strict deadlines while demonstrating attention to detail.

The Grants Coordinator will report to the Administrative and Financial Officer and will have an indirect reporting relationship to the Department of Medicine and the PSOM Office of Research Support Services.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$49,500.00 - $65,500.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's 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 job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

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.

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 family's 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 Penn's 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. Penn's 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 you're newly hired, you won't 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. That's 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 University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's 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, you're 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, you'll 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 for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and / or job structures.

Penn Home Ownership Services : Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

Adoption Assistance : Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.