Manager, Sponsored Programs

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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth", Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Manager, Sponsored Programs, to work in the Central Pediatric Research Office.

The Manager, Sponsored Programs oversees administrative and financial aspects of the Sponsored Programs division. The incumbent operates with the objective of increasing sponsored funding levels and the output of funding proposals, as well as maximizing the use and efficacy of existing research funding dollars.

Additionally, the Manager, Sponsored Programs develops and implements policies and methods that are most effective to that end.

Reviews all material budget variances with the appropriate senior staff and develops appropriate plan of corrective action.

Prepares monthly variance reports for programs’ management and development.

Assists in the preparation of grant reports for senior management.

Maintains portfolios for private and government grants and funds.

Develops and maintains grant allocation systems.

Manages monthly overhead and allocation tables and reallocates grant funds based on period reports.

Formulates comparative analyses of operating programs by analyzing costs in relation to services performed during previous fiscal years.

Creates and oversees budget, making recommendations for budget modifications when appropriate.

Approves all disbursement requests for accuracy in coding and availability of funds prior to commitment of funds.

Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

Department Specific Functions :

Support the grant proposal process, with a special focus on NIH and federal applications.

Work closely with the central office of research administration, University Departments and outside stakeholders to facilitate the timely and successful submission of applications.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Prior university experience with advanced knowledge of pre-award functions in the Federal arena

Impeccable written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Proficiency with Excel.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle sensitive and confidential information.

Knowledge of business and management principles.

Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.

Ability to effectively plan, delegate and / or supervise the work of others.

Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.

Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status : Full time

Full time

Employee Type : Staff

Staff

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