Grants Specialist

Job Description Sr Grants & Contracts Specialist, Biomedical Engineering (948668) Works under minimal supervision to provide administrative support to researchers by identifying funding opportunities, assisting with preparation and processing of proposals, negotiating contracts, receiving awards, and assisting in administration. Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Experience and Education Required Education Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, or related field Experience 4 years of experience in business or public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting position. Applicants without the stated degree, but with significant additional professional applicable experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement. Preferred Licenses and Certifications Certified Research Administrator (CRA) Upon Hire Job Duties Gathers and provides information regarding funding opportunities and application procedures to applicants by reading newsletters and announcements, searching directories, funding files, and other relevant resources. Provides guidance to researchers for proposal development and submission by interpreting and ensuring adherence to sponsor and university announcements and guidelines. Provides grants management support to researchers by negotiating and processing awards, interpreting award conditions, obtaining approvals for award modifications, and completing required reports. Negotiates contracts with various agencies (state and federal government, private organizations), pharmaceutical companies, and biotechnological companies to achieve agreements satisfactory to all parties. May draft entire contracts of various types following state laws and Board of Regents' guidelines. Provides working supervision to Grants and Contracts Specialist and administrative positions. Performs other duties as assigned. Security and EEO Statement Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr