Company:
University of Kentucky
Location: Lexington
Closing Date: 20/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Grant Specialist Sr
Requisition Number
RE46294
Working Title
Pre-Award Grant Specialist Sr
Department Name
40132:Collaborative Grant Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
46
Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
Required Related Experience
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; repetitive motion related to computer work
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; additional hours especially during peak deadline times
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is excited to announce a new position in the Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) office/unit of the Vice President of Research.
This position is the result of a nearly year-long initiative to enhance administrative support for sponsored research at the University by providing high-quality, customer-service focused, and compliant research administration support to a large and varied group of investigators - faculty, staff, and students who are involved in innovative research across numerous disciplines, creating, discovering, and exploring the most complex problems facing Kentucky, our nation and the world.
With employees in the department currently working across the U.S. and from both coasts, this is a great remote work opportunity. For those near Lexington, KY, hybrid work may also be available.
We invite you to join us as a Pre-Award Grant Specialist Senior . Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, support of sponsored project proposal development including budget preparation, facilitation of internal approvals for proposal submissions, and contributing regular support through entry and analysis of data within various sponsor and university proposal-related systems. Additional responsibilities will be remaining current and knowledgeable on sponsored project policy and related university rules and regulations. The Pre-Award Grant Specialist Senior will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service through timely response and follow-up related to these duties. All responsibilities will be completed with an advanced level of understanding for all grant pre-award processes.
Over the last decade, UK has nearly doubled its total awards for sponsored research, and in the past 5 years, sponsored research has grown more than 40%. In response to this, the Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) department was created to handle the business of research so investigators can focus on the research. This is done by focusing on the people, processes, and technology involved with grants administration. More information about the department can be found at: .
To qualify for these positions, the required education / experience is ...
Master's degree and four (4) year of experience OR equivalent (below)
Related experience includes: Grant proposal, Grant management, Grant administration, Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Program coordination, and/or Administrative/Administration
The University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education. Click here for more information about equivalencies:
UK and Lexington UK has been recognized as a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award recipient for the seventh (7th) consecutive year and has earned Forbes ranking for Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women, America's Best Large Employers, and recognition as a Military Friendly School.
UK has also been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for the sixth (6th) consecutive year, in large part due to Compensation & Benefits, Faculty & Staff Well-being, Shared Governance, Faculty Experience, and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation at UK. These benefits include flexible work arrangements; our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more.
UK, located in Lexington, KY, is the ninth largest economic company in the state. Lexington has been ranked as one of the nation's best places to live and work, and offers a vibrant community for professionals and their families. Lexington is safe, affordable, and offers excellent education opportunities, and is home to several Fortune 500 companies and the University of Kentucky. More information regarding Lexington can be found at: Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SAP. NIH eRA Commons preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree or equivalent plus four years related experience. Working knowledge of federal grant and academic institution sponsored research regulations. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred.
Deadline to Apply
10/15/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Details
Job Title
Grant Specialist Sr
Requisition Number
RE46294
Working Title
Pre-Award Grant Specialist Sr
Department Name
40132:Collaborative Grant Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
46
Salary Range
$52,021-85,800/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
Required Related Experience
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; repetitive motion related to computer work
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; additional hours especially during peak deadline times
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is excited to announce a new position in the Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) office/unit of the Vice President of Research.
This position is the result of a nearly year-long initiative to enhance administrative support for sponsored research at the University by providing high-quality, customer-service focused, and compliant research administration support to a large and varied group of investigators - faculty, staff, and students who are involved in innovative research across numerous disciplines, creating, discovering, and exploring the most complex problems facing Kentucky, our nation and the world.
With employees in the department currently working across the U.S. and from both coasts, this is a great remote work opportunity. For those near Lexington, KY, hybrid work may also be available.
We invite you to join us as a Pre-Award Grant Specialist Senior . Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, support of sponsored project proposal development including budget preparation, facilitation of internal approvals for proposal submissions, and contributing regular support through entry and analysis of data within various sponsor and university proposal-related systems. Additional responsibilities will be remaining current and knowledgeable on sponsored project policy and related university rules and regulations. The Pre-Award Grant Specialist Senior will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service through timely response and follow-up related to these duties. All responsibilities will be completed with an advanced level of understanding for all grant pre-award processes.
Over the last decade, UK has nearly doubled its total awards for sponsored research, and in the past 5 years, sponsored research has grown more than 40%. In response to this, the Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) department was created to handle the business of research so investigators can focus on the research. This is done by focusing on the people, processes, and technology involved with grants administration. More information about the department can be found at: .
To qualify for these positions, the required education / experience is ...
Master's degree and four (4) year of experience OR equivalent (below)
- High School diploma or GED and ten (10) years of experience
- Associate's degree and eight (8) years of experience
- Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience
- Doctorate degree and one (1) year of experience
Related experience includes: Grant proposal, Grant management, Grant administration, Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Program coordination, and/or Administrative/Administration
The University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education. Click here for more information about equivalencies:
UK and Lexington UK has been recognized as a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award recipient for the seventh (7th) consecutive year and has earned Forbes ranking for Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women, America's Best Large Employers, and recognition as a Military Friendly School.
UK has also been recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for the sixth (6th) consecutive year, in large part due to Compensation & Benefits, Faculty & Staff Well-being, Shared Governance, Faculty Experience, and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation at UK. These benefits include flexible work arrangements; our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more.
UK, located in Lexington, KY, is the ninth largest economic company in the state. Lexington has been ranked as one of the nation's best places to live and work, and offers a vibrant community for professionals and their families. Lexington is safe, affordable, and offers excellent education opportunities, and is home to several Fortune 500 companies and the University of Kentucky. More information regarding Lexington can be found at: Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SAP. NIH eRA Commons preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree or equivalent plus four years related experience. Working knowledge of federal grant and academic institution sponsored research regulations. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred.
Deadline to Apply
10/15/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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