Research Grant Specialist I - Los Angeles, CA

Job Description ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS: Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine participates in the care of virtually every Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center patient, using the most sophisticated methods for making accurate diagnoses in all areas of anatomic and clinical pathology. In addition, the department provides expert consultation services to the outside community. Our expert pathologists and clinical scientists are committed to improving precision medicine approaches, advancing basic science and translational research, and providing excellent training and education. The Research Grant Specialist I (RGSI) works with the Principal Investigator (PI) and senior‑level research administrators to monitor grant accounts and track expenses. Provides reconciliation and research‑related financial reporting of federal and non‑federal grants. Serves as the liaison between departments or research groups, as well as the Sponsored Research & Funds Administration, Accounting and Finance departments. This role performs all post‑award administrative functions including, but not limited to, preparing and routing internal documents for signature and processing and maintaining a clear understanding of grant budgets and expenditure restrictions. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local agencies including the National Institute of Health (NIH), the Department of Defense (DOD), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Institutional Review Board. This position will report to senior‑level research administrators for day‑to‑day supervision of work. Primary Job Duties And Responsibilities Work as the liaison between departments or research groups and Sponsored Research & Funds Administration, Accounting, and Finance departments. Prepare and route internal documents for signature and processing. Perform all post‑award administrative functions. Monitor federal and non‑federal grant accounts, track expenses, reconcile projects, and produce research‑related financial reporting. Perform necessary funding corrections via direct cost transfer requests (DCTRs). Assist in the development of financial projections for project account management. Assist in the development and submission of progress reports. Enter Notice of Award (NOA) details into databases. Assist in the preparation and submission of documentation required for research compliance. Participate in required training and education programs. Assist senior‑level research administrators and leadership on other assigned activities. Track cost‑sharing agreements, prepare interdepartmental invoices, and monitor payments. Perform all Interns and Visitor Program administrative functions, including onboarding, termination, renewals of interns/visitor personnel, and processing all necessary documentation. Perform financial management functions for the department’s Mini/Microgrants program, including proposal purchasing, account tracking, expiration and extension dates, and account reconciliation. Minimum Education Required High School/GED Additional Qualifications High School Diploma/GED is required, but a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Experience And Skills One (1) year of experience in the administration of research grants, or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and understanding of Grants, Manuscripts and Abstracts guidelines. Knowledge of general accounting and financial analysis. Knowledge of PeopleSoft is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and related applications. Demonstrated ability to create and utilize Excel spreadsheets for budget and data tracking. Ability to handle multiple tasks with short timelines, prioritize work, and complete assignments promptly and accurately. Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple tasks requiring attention to detail. Establish effective working relationships with cross‑functional teams. Minimum Salary: 58,864 Maximum Salary: 100,068 City: Los Angeles State: California Job Code: Health-Services health-services Affiliate Sponsor: Cedars‑Sinai Auto req ID: 472066BR #J-18808-Ljbffr VetJobs