Research Administrator 4 (6207U) #73207 - Engineering Research Support Office (ERSO)

Job ID

73207

Location

Main Campus-Berkeley

Full/Part Time

Full Time

About Berkeley

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We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

Departmental Overview

Engineering Research Support Organization (ERSO) supports 240+ faculty affiliated with 22 campuswide departments, schools and colleges, with over $182 million in research awards. The mission of ERSO is to partner with all the members of the ERSO community so they can pursue world class teaching, research and public service.

The Research Administrator 4 position uses advanced contracts and grants concepts to manage high volume and high complexity transactions. This role works independently to assess complex grant, contract and subcontract transactions where analysis requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors and may be eligible for delegated signature authority.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 10/7/24 - Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

***This job is currently 100% remote***

1. Manages post-award financial administration for complex research funds in accordance with campus policy and agency requirements.
2. Serves as the primary faculty liaison, assists Principal Investigators (PI) with the development of contract and grant proposals including proposal budgets.
3. Leads portfolio planning, establishment and monitoring of fiscal budget control of contracts and grants administration.
4. Monitors and ensures allowability of financial transactions, expenditures, reconciles funds, identifies and resolves discrepancies.
5. Prepares the close-out activities including, final projection, reviews subcontracts, personnel, and recurring expenses.
6. Provides guidance and counsel on research administration matters to principal investigators, departmental administrators and less experienced department staff.
7. Applies professional concepts to provide monthly financial reports, projections, analyze spending and recommend adjustments.
8. Seeks information to maintain current knowledge on compliance regulations in all areas of research administration.

Required Qualifications

• Requires advanced knowledge in OMB Uniform Guidance, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and principles of cost accounting standards.
• Ability to manage high volume and complex transactions and to work in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledgeable of generally accepted accounting, fiscal and reporting principles.
• Demonstrated expertise working with computer and information management systems.
• Demonstrated expertise with all types of award mechanisms.
• Thoroughly knowledgeable in applicable compliance requirements.
• Ability to perform the most complex financial analysis and customized reporting.
• Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• 5 years of demonstrated experience in research contract and grant management.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits Information

*The salary range designated for this position: $88,900 - $106,787; however, starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.