Grants Data Assistant

The Office of Sponsored Programs, a central pre-award office at the University of Pittsburgh, is seeking a temporary  Grants Data Assistant to support the setup of internal electronic records in our electronic research administration (eRA)  system. This is a short-term position reporting to the Assistant Director for Grants Management.  

 

Responsibilities:  

- Create and maintain internal electronic records in the eRA system  

- Enter and verify data related to sponsored project proposals and awards  

- Organize and reconcile records to ensure accuracy and completeness  

- Assist office staff with related administrative and records tasks as needed 

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry  

- Comfort learning and navigating electronic database or records systems  

- Ability to work independently and manage a high volume of records  

- Prior experience in research administration, grants management, or a university sponsored programs office is a plus but  not required  

- A high school diploma or GED is required. 

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

Job Details
Job Description: All Temps, Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Department: Office of Sponsored Programs
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 37.5
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-5pm
Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: Yes
Work Arrangement: Remote: Teams working from different locations (off-campus).
Requested Pay Rate: 20.00
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, Cover Letter