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University of Pittsburgh Director Grants and Contracts in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Director Grants and Contracts
The University of Pittsburgh, Research Ophthalmology Department has a Director of Grants and Contracts (Pre & Post award) position available. This position will report to the Executive Administrator to the department. Bachelors degree in Finance, Business, etc required. 7 years experience required. Management experience preferred.
Job Summary
Directs pre- and post-award operations for University grants and contracts. Facilitates authorization and submission of all proposals to funding agencies and directs negotiations of grant and contract award terms and conditions. Improves standard policies and operating procedures and prepares budget.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities include:
- Manages the day-to-day activities of the research financial administrative staff.
- Manages and monitors all research and non-research accounts.
- Oversees and approves all grant and contracts submissions for the Department.
- Department budget planning, preparation, and submission; monthly reporting to Dean's office.
- Department liaison to Sponsored Projects Accounting and OSP for pre- and post award activities.
- PantherExpress Approvals.
- Eye & Ear Foundation invoicing, mtg.
Physical Effort
Multitasking and deep concentration needed. Ability to sit for longer periods of time.
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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Director - Grants & Contracts (Pre & Post-Award) Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 7 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm Work Arrangement: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Cover Letter PI242905325