Research Support Coordinator - Microbiology & Immunology (50 - 60%)
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking applicants who are eager to support grant and research administration in our department. This Research Support Coordinator will work closely with Research Support Manager to ensure high quality grant submissions and post-award reporting. This position will focus on pre-and-post award activities.
Duties to Include:
Coordinate information between staff, PI’s, Sponsoring Agencies, the Division of Sponsored Programs and Grant Accounting.
Work with Research Manager to evaluate funding opportunities, prepare and review proposals to ensure completeness; route proposals.
Perform other administrative support tasks in support of the research (e.g., respond to inquiries, data collection, analysis and management; prepare agendas, etc.).
Prepare and maintain budget projections, reconcile accounts and prepare financial reports.
Compile information for new funding award announcements and work with Microbiology Administrative staff to develop social media communications.
Work with the Research Manager to prepare Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPRs) in the NIH eRA Commons system.
Prepare UIRIS routing forms for grant applications, renewals, and resubmissions, as well as for contracts and material transfer agreements.
Provide training and assistance to faculty and staff for various financial reports, systems, and tools.
Process requests for subawards on grants, prepare required documents; monitor subaward invoices.
Percent of Time: 50 – 60% (based on candidate preference)
Staff Type: Professional & Scientific
Pay Grade: 3A - https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/professional-and-scientific-pay-structure
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One to three years of grant related experience.
Familiarity with budgets and budget preparation in an administrative role.
Experience with Cayuse, eRA Commons, Proposal Central, and Research.gov applications.
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
Demonstrated experience with Adobe Acrobat.
Demonstrated experience working in a dynamic and fast paced environment under deadlines.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
Desirable Qualifications:
Pre-award grant application experience is highly desirable.
Basic understanding of post-award grant accounting.
Experience with NIH training and fellowship grants.
Knowledge of University of Iowa policies, procedures and regulations.
Experience developing and managing grant budgets, including interpreting and applying sponsor guidelines and cost principles.
Experience working with the University of Iowa grant and financial systems.
Experience working with federal grants
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume or CV (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
to learn more about this position contact anne-phillips@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
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