Research Administrator IV

Job Description

The Research Administrator is a senior member of the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, responsible for end‑to‑end fiscal stewardship of a diverse portfolio of sponsored awards, contracts, gifts, and discretionary funds. Working closely with Principal Investigators, the Division Manager, Research Management Services, and campus partners, the incumbent applies advanced grants and contracts expertise to ensure compliance, produce accurate forecasts, resolve financial issues, mentor junior staff, and help shape departmental policies and best practices.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CCRA) preferred. - Minimum five years of post‑award research administration experience in an academic health‑science environment. - In‑depth knowledge of federal grant regulations (Uniform Guidance, OMB Circular A‑21, NIH policies) and state/industry sponsor requirements. - Demonstrated expertise managing multi‑year program project grants, clinical trial contracts, training grants, and sub‑awards. - Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills; proficiency with UCSF RMS, ERP, and related financial systems. - Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; capable of presenting complex financial information to diverse audiences. - Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with the ability to prioritize multiple complex assignments. - Experience conducting audits, preparing closeout reports, and maintaining compliance documentation. - Eligibility for delegated signature authority in accordance with UCSF policies. - Commitment to UCSF’s mission of research excellence, education, and public service.