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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

About the Department

Sponsored Research Services (SRS) manages the pre- and post-award functions for UC’s research enterprise. SRS is comprised of 3 departments: Grants and Contracts, Accounting, and Electronic Research Administration (ERA). The ERA department is currently hiring.

Job Overview

The Sponsored Research Administrator 2 Grants & Contracts position will engage in the day-to-day administration of proposal submission and award management; assist with the database, websites, Bearcats Landing pages, and electronic portals; assist with the administration of the electronic research database; conduct and/or carry out work procedures and activities in accordance with local, state, federal, and university regulations; and provide training to departmental staff through outreach meetings and fundamentals classes. The successful candidate will have experience with database maintenance, have excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.

This position has the potential to be a hybrid (in-person & remote) position.

Essential Functions

• Review grants and contracts to determine source of funds, funding level and period of performance.
• Provide proposal support and submission in the electronic research system for the areas in the university that do not have a dedicated grant administration staff.
• Provide award review and account set-up for assigned sponsor awards.
• Serve on committees related to business rules for processing and managing grants awards.
• Serve as back-up support to Sponsored Research Electronic Administrator Sr for end users of the database and activity dashboard.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree must be in business administration, database administration or related field.
• Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of database management and award administration.

Additional Qualifications Considered

Knowledge of Kuali software.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process

• A cover letter and resume are required as part of the application process.
• Attach these documents before submitting your application.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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