Research Subaward Coordinator II

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)

Department/Organization: 702101 - Office for Res & Tech Agrmnts

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Research Subaward Coordinator II drafts, issues, and coordinates the execution of subawards under moderate supervision. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government regulations. Provides resolution to Principal Investigators and subrecipient representatives on moderately complex matters. Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor. Independently prepares and submits regulatory reports related to subaward activities such as the Federal Funding Accountability and Transfer Act (FFATA) report.

Additional Department Summary: This position will work with faculty researchers and sponsors of UA research projects. Serves as a contract analyst, negotiator, and counselor for subaward and contract review and negotiation within Office for Research & Technology Agreements (ORTA). Provides significant support to Office for Research & Technology Agreements (ORTA) and other units within the Division for Research. Reports to the Director of the Office for Research & Technology Agreements and receives general guidance and supervision, but is expected to work independently.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of grant and/or contract administration experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of grant and/or contract administration experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of backgrounds and experience. High degree of logical problem solving and analytical reasoning skills. Knowledge and understanding of FAR, DFAR, and DEAR clauses, as well as other federal regulations as they apply to contracting with a university.

Preferred Qualifications: J.D. Experience working with university rules, regulations, and policies specifically related to sponsored projects. Experience working with FAR, HIPAA, Bayh-Dole, and EAR/ITAR. Knowledge of business organizations, intellectual property, privacy laws, and technology commercialization laws. Demonstrated experience and understanding of federal regulations and how they are applied, and interpreted.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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