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Posting Number: 0624214 Position Type: University Managerial and Professional Staff Employment Posting Category: University Staff Type of Application:
(required to apply for this posting) Staff Application Organization (Position Organization): 40100 NR-Nursing: Admin Department: School of Nursing Location: Charlottesville Working Title: Grants and Contracts Specialist Anticipated Hiring Range: 48,000 - 53,000 Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No End Date of Position: Posting Date: 12-12-2018 Posting Summary:
Click here for an example. The School of Nursing at the University of Virginia seeks highly qualified applicants for a Grant and Contract Assistant to assist the school in achieving national prominence in its faculty and graduate student research program. This position supports faculty and students applying for external funding to support their research. This position is also responsible for post-award activities and monitors expenditure types to ensure compliance with sponsor and university specifications and restrictions. While Grants and Contracts Assistant is primarily post-award, at times this position also assists faculty and students in preparing grant proposals by interpreting sponsoring agency guidelines to ensure compliance with all sponsor, state and university requirements.

An Associate's Degree is required, a Bachelor's Degree is preferred. At least 2 years of work experience in grants and contracts and/or in a budget or finance centered position is required. Applicants must demonstrate thoughtful and appropriate oral and written communication in daily interactions. Knowledge of the principles of budgeting and financial reconciliation is required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively to support team members is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel is required. Preference will be given to applicants with a Research Administrator Certification. Knowledge of university and sponsored programs policies and procedures is preferred. Knowledge of contract administration is highly desirable. Experience with Oracle modules preferred as is experience with FastLane, grants.gov, eRA Commons and research administration in higher education.

To apply candidates must submit a University Staff Application through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu), search posting number 0624214, and electronically attach the following: a cover letter, a resume, and contact information for 3 references.

Questions about the application process in Jobs@UVa should be directed to Rhiannon O'Coin at rmo2r@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Closing Date: Open Until Filled Required Applicant Documents: CV / Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for 3 References - name, email, phone E-mail a Friend: jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=85701 function checkForSelectedStatus(){ return true;} Faculty, Professional Research Staff and University Staff - Executive

Tenure Status: Rank: Appointment Type: Academic Year for Position? (e.g. 2015) Employment Conditions for Faculty function checkForSelectedStatus(){ return true;} Univ.Staff - Operational & Administrative (O&A), Managerial & Professional (M&P)

Area of Interest: Grants Administration FLSA Exemption Status:
Click here for a definition. Exempt Posting for UVA Employees Only: No Shift: Day Number of Work Hours Per Week:
(format: xx.xxxx) 40 Number of Months/Year: 12 EO/AA Statement: The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Optional Applicant Documents: function checkForSelectedStatus(){ return true;} Univ.Staff - O&A or M&P - QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION Required Education

What is the minimum level of formal education required to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position? Choose one.
Degree Requirements Analysis *Degree Required If degree or equivalent experience required, please specify:
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Degree Requirements Analysis Associate's Degree Preferred Education

What level of education is preferred to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position? Choose one. *Degree Preferred If degree or equivalent experience preferred, please specify:
(Entries to the right will appear in the posting for this position.) Bachelor's Degree Preferred EXPERIENCE Required Experience

What is the minimum level of relevant experience required to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position? Choose one. Some - up to 4 years If any experience is required, please specify kind of experience: At least 2 years of work experience in grants and contracts or related financial area. Preferred Experience

What is the minimum level of relevant experience preferred to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position? Choose one. Some - up to 4 years If any experience is preferred, please specify kind of experience: Previous work experience in a pre- or post-award position LICENSE or CERTIFICATION If yes, what is the required License or Certification. If yes, what is the preferred License or Certification. Research Administrator Certification Preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate thoughtful and appropriate oral and written communication in daily interactions.

Knowledge of the principles of budgeting and financial reconciliation.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively to support team members. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of university and sponsored programs policies and procedures are preferred.

Knowledge of contract administration is preferred. COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Required Computer Applications: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Preferred Computer Applications: Experience with Oracle modules preferred. Experience with FastLane, grants.gov, eRA Commons and research administration in higher education is preferred. function checkForSelectedStatus(){ return true;} Univ.Staff - O&A or M&P - EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Employment Conditions: Drug Testing Required?

(Typically positions involved in patient contact, mass transportation or law enforcement are included) No Is this position eligible for Telecommuting? No Is this position eligible for an Alternate Work Schedule? Yes function checkForSelectedStatus(){ return true;}