Grants and Contracts Specialist

An excellent opportunity to join the Department of Surgery Research Administration team, this position will be responsible for post-award research administration processes for a multi-million-dollar federal contract. Performs post award accounting duties and financial analysis for a multi-million-dollar federal contract, moderately complex grants and contracts. Prepares routine and monthly financial reports and government reports, monitors budgets and preparations, and processes invoices for subcontractors, consultants, and service agreements. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves routine issues, and provides policy and procedure interpretation. Recommends operational improvements. Experience in the Panther Express system, Excel, Concur system, PERIS/My Funding system, Tableau and Fiscal Panther. 

A Bachelor's degree and 1 year work experience. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) a plus. 

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The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Job Details
Job Description: All Temps, Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Department: Med-Surgery
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 37.5
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: Yes
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Requested Pay Rate: 23.00
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter