Remote

Grants and Contracts Analyst

University of North Texas - Denton
United States, Texas
Feb 20, 2025
Title: Grants and Contracts Analyst Employee Classification: Grants and Contracts Analyst Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Research & Innovation SubDivision-Department: UNT-Research & Innovation Department: UNT-Grants & Contracts Admin-190100 Job Location: Remote Salary: Commensurate with experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Department Summary Grants and Contracts Administration (GCA) within the Division of Research & Innovation supports the University of North Texas, a tier 1 research university, in its endeavor to excel in its research mission. GCA aspires to be a model organization in the field of research administration, providing exceptional service to the university community. We are charged with the Pre Award and Post Award administration of externally funded sponsored projects and envision an environment that facilitates the University of North Texas' commitment to research and encourages continued efforts to attract additional research funding. Position Overview The Grants & Contracts Analyst position within the Grants & Contracts Administration PreAward staff is responsible for leading a team in the research grant proposal submission process. Provides day-to-day oversight of the team, workload and its distribution. Develops and administers training for both internal staff and external users. Acts as liaison for University and responsible for remaining current on issues and best practices in the field of research administration. Requires ability to negotiate highly complex sponsor terms and conditions of awards; and prepares documents for requests for information and audits. Oversees team day-to-day operations and manages special projects. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Higher Ed or related field and two years professional experience or research work; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities High level math/accounting skills, strong reading comprehension skills, ability to interpret guidelines and instructions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and customer service. Ability to negotiate moderately complex sponsor terms and conditions of awards. Preferred Qualifications 2 years of experience in Research Administration. Required License/Registration/Certifications None Job Duties: Review complex proposals for compliance to applicable regulations and policies to minimize university liability and legal and financial risk campus wide. Oversees and mentors PreAward Staff with responsibilities for setting priorities, managing workload and sponsor expectations. Develops and implements tools, policies, and procedures for compliance with changes and accurate reporting to sponsoring agency, including internal controls. Demonstrates good decision-making skills and resolves complex issues independently. Develops and manages special projects. Develops and delivers individual and complex campus-wide training for wide array of research administration topics to ensure compliance with federal and state policy changes. Responsible for being current in the field of research administration. Other special projects and reporting as assigned by supervisor. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Driving University Vehicle: No Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions: Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. Include cover letter and resume when applying. Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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