Senior Financial Analyst (Post-Award Management)

Overview Senior Financial Analyst (Post‑Award Management) – VICTR/IPPH – VUMC. Works within the Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (VICTR) and supports the Institute for Population and Public Health (IPPH) in post‑award accounting and financial management for multiple units. Key Responsibilities Serve as a member of the VICTR/IPPH research administration team. Manage post‑award accounting functions for assigned areas in compliance with sponsor, institution, and federal guidelines and deadlines. Monitor compliance for research activities. Analyze and develop budgets, prepare financial projections, and coordinate allocation of project effort among multiple funding sources, including extramural and academic program support funds. Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports to leaders and commitment recipients affiliated with IPPH/VICTR. Coordinate with team to develop and facilitate contract agreements with industry and sub‑recipient partners. Serve as a resource to faculty and institute leadership on matters related to grants management and clinical trials administration. Serve as a business manager for the Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society (administrative tasks included). Partner with faculty leaders and the IPPH administrative officer on personnel‑related matters: hiring, training, mentoring, and overall staff administration. Supervise program staff: manage timecard approvals, conduct annual staff evaluations, and support professional development. Act as the primary administrative point of contact for Center faculty, staff, and trainees, addressing operational needs and ensuring smooth communication. Additional duties may be assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience. Extensive experience in research administration preferred. Preferred Experience and Skills Strong experience in post‑award research administration. Experience with clinical trials administration. Strong experience with accounting and financial responsibilities. Knowledge of spreadsheets and database applications. Professional work style with high level of problem‑solving skills. Effective communication skills. Attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, organization, efficiency, teamwork, and self‑starter. EEO Statement Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs