Research and Grants Specialist (Open Rank, Senior or Principal)

University of Colorado Anschutz Department: Medicine – Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine Job Title: Research and Grants Specialist (Open Rank, Senior or Principal) Position #: 00816808 – Requisition #: 39520 Job Summary The Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, seeks two Research and Grants Specialists at the Anschutz campus in Aurora, CO. The Research and Grants Specialist is responsible for high-level research-related tasks and will oversee grant management, including pre- and post-award tasks for a variety of complex projects including federally sponsored projects, industry-sponsored projects, and multi-investigator/multi-site consortia. Key Responsibilities Manage the operational needs of the Division's research programs. Participate in the Division's research meetings for research and administrative priorities. Develop monthly reports and analyze divisional research productivity, research funding, and new contracts. Use available tools (A2E, CU Data, etc.) and create reports to improve current reporting processes, including grant analysis. Research productivity metrics for faculty and Division. Manage Division's grant process from initiation to completion. Transition funded projects from pre- to post-award in an organized and collaborative process. Regularly engage with Principal Investigators and research team members to prioritize and strategize grant proposals and management. Work Location Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Benefits Medical: Multiple plan options Dental: Multiple plan options Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours) Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual) Holiday Days: 15/year Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service Minimum Qualifications Senior Level Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Two (2) years of professional-level experience in sponsored project administration. Principal Level Bachelor's degree in public health, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, physical sciences, nursing, healthcare, finance, accounting, business administration, business, or a directly related field from an accredited institution. Three (3) years of professional-level experience in sponsored project administration. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a healthcare environment. Five (5) or more years of grants administration experience at an institution of higher learning. Experience with University of Colorado finance systems (i.e., Concur, Marketplace). Contracts experience. One (1) year of program and/or project management experience. Experience administering federally sponsored awards (including clinical trials). Experience administering industry-sponsored clinical trials. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Outstanding customer service skills. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.