Research Services Open-Rank Principal Professional and Program Manager

Research Services Open-Rank Principal Professional and Program Manager-33744University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Neurosurgery

Job Title : Open Rank Research Services (Principal Program Manager) Professional

Position #00823410 Requisition #33744

Job Summary :

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is currently seeking applications for a Research ServicesProgram Manager.

This is a full-time, University Staff (non-classified) position, the Program Manager will be responsible for managing the administration of grants and management of regulatory processes involving grants and contracts for the Department of Neurosurgery.

This role will provide high quality, creative, and solutions-oriented grant and contract support, as well as make recommendations at the strategic and operational levels to the Vice Chair, Research and Director of Finance and Administration (DFA).

The Research ServicesProgram Manager reports to the Director of Finance and Administration, meeting weekly to review plans, finances and mentorship.

The Research Services Principal Professional will be responsible for the lead oversight on the administration of grants and management of regulatory processes involving grants and contracts for the Department of Neurosurgery.

This role will provide high quality, creative, and solutions-oriented grant and contract support, as well as make recommendations at the strategic and operational levels to the Vice Chair, Research and Director of Finance and Administration (DFA).

The Research Services Principal Professional reports to the Director of Finance and Administration, meeting weekly to review plans, finances and mentorship.

Using available resources, this position will investigate discrepancies and incorporate feedback to ensure accurate financial reporting on grants.

This position will also verify transactions and details posted to the General Ledger (GL), handle payroll changes and transfers related to grants, as well as conduct other budget proposals and analyses as requested.

This position will be faced with multiple priorities, as well as difficult situations, and will be required to be flexible, adaptive, and able to articulate thoughts and explanations to those with varying levels of understanding in finance and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities :

Examples of Work Performed :

15% - Supervision

Supervise the Research Services Senior Professional who assists with the Tumor Tissue Bank and specimen collection for the department, ensuring invoicing, receipt of payments and use of funds to support clinical operations.

50% - Research fiscal lead and coordination

• Serve as lead and oversee the grant, contract and clinical trials pre- and post-award operations of the Department of Neurosurgery.
• Monitor the Pre-Award Core Services liaison to ensure all grants and contracts are routed on time and that PIs provide the necessary pieces for routing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Leads the development of Department grants / contracts pre- and post-award polices in order to ensure compliance with University, CU Medicine and State guidelines.
• Ensures budget projections accurately reflect the grant activities of the Department and prepares budget / reporting tools for internal and external constituents.
• Monitor and lead budget preparation, construction, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, and process improvement within the scope of grants and contracts.
• Prepares regular financial reporting for the Director and Vice Chair of Research.
• Partners with the Vice Chair of Research in order to prepare, review and approve budgets as needed.
• Prepares periodic reports for the advising chair, DFA and SOM related to the status of department grants and awards.
• Acts as a backup for proposal and budget development as part of pre- and post-award activities.
• Creation and implementation of internal reporting mechanisms to track and manage grant and contract activity.
• Review monthly accounting activity on all sponsored project accounts ensuring compliance with internal and external policies.
• Research and reconcile discrepancies on accounts.
• Monitor policy and infrastructure development in collaboration with Director of Finance, Administration, and Vice Chair for Research.
• Ensure propriety of transactions involving payroll transfers and journal entries.
• Create customized monthly reports that concisely itemize, interpret, and compare expenditures to budget.
• Serves as lead on funding distribution, payroll transfers, etc. for research faculty and research assistants.

15% - Research Event Coordination

• Coordinates the monthly research meeting in partnership with the VC Research
• Coordinate and lead the annual Research Symposium and grant review committees

20% - Administrative Partner Research Team

• Leads on the grant, contract and clinical trials pre- and post-award operations of the Department of Neurosurgery.
• Oversees the Pre-Award Core Services liaison to ensure all grants and contracts are routed on time and that PIs provide the necessary pieces for routing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Develops and implements strategic objectives that will promote the growth and advancement of the Department and University, while also ensuring compliance with University, CU Medicine and State guidelines.

15% - Supervision

Supervise the Research Services Senior Professional who assists with the Tumor Tissue Bank and specimen collection for the Dept, ensuring invoicing, receipt of payments and use of funds to support clinical operations.

50% - Research fiscal management

• Manage the grant, contract and clinical trials pre- and post-award operations of the Department of Neurosurgery.
• Oversees the Pre-Award Core Services liaison to ensure all grants and contracts are routed on time and that PIs provide the necessary pieces for routing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Leads the development of Department grants / contracts pre- and post-award polices in order to ensure compliance with University, CU Medicine and State guidelines.
• Ensures budget projections accurately reflect the grant activities of the Department and prepares budget / reporting tools for internal and external constituents.
• Responsible for budget preparation, construction, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, and process improvement within the scope of grants and contracts.
• Prepares regular financial reporting for the Director and Vice Chair of Research.
• Partners with the Vice Chair of Research in order to prepare, review and approve budgets as needed.
• Prepares periodic reports for the advising chair, DFA and SOM related to the status of department grants and awards.
• Acts as a backup for proposal and budget development as part of pre- and post-award activities.
• Creation and implementation of internal reporting mechanisms to track and manage grant and contract activity.
• Review monthly accounting activity on all sponsored project accounts ensuring compliance with internal and external policies.
• Research and reconcile discrepancies on accounts.
• Manage policy and infrastructure development in collaboration with Director of Finance, Administration, and Vice Chair for Research.
• Ensure propriety of transactions involving payroll transfers and journal entries.
• Create customized monthly reports that concisely itemize, interpret, and compare expenditures to budget.
• Manage funding distribution, payroll transfers, etc. for research faculty and research assistants.

15% - Research Event Management

• Coordinates the monthly research meeting in partnership with the VC Research
• Manage the annual Research Symposium and grant review committees

20% - Administrative Management Research Team

• Manage the grant, contract and clinical trials pre- and post-award operations of the Department of Neurosurgery.
• Oversees the Pre-Award Core Services liaison to ensure all grants and contracts are routed on time and that PIs provide the necessary pieces for routing in an efficient and effective manner.
• Develops and implements strategic objectives that will promote the growth and advancement of the Department and University, while also ensuring compliance with University, CU Medicine and State guidelines.

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive.

The duties of this position may change from time to time and / or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and / or hiring authority.

PLEASE NOTE : Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable

Work Location :

Hybrid this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

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