Hello, everyone!!
Live in Texas or the DFW area? Do you or someone you know have 1-2 years of solid research administration federal grants and contracts experience? If so, please check out our
opening in the Department of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center!!! https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/job/19233627/grants-and-contracts-specialist-neurology/
Why UT Southwestern?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. At UT Southwestern,
we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare,
wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment
you’ve made to our country. We’re proud to support your next mission. Ranked by Forbes as one of the Top 10 National Employers, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities
for growth.
Job Summary
UT Southwestern Medical Center is hiring for Grants and Contracts Specialist, Neurology
The Department of Neurology is seeking a Grants and Contracts Specialist with experience in Basic Science Research Grants. The Grants and Contracts Specialist will
work directly with their assigned Faculty to prepare grant proposals & provide guidance to stay abreast of grant rules & regulations for NIH, DOD, SRAs and various other federal, state, and foundation agencies. The specialist will research funding opportunities,
monitor reporting dates, and renewal dates for all assigned Faculty grants. The position works closely with the finance team to gather information necessary to report to Sponsors & manage overall grant portfolios. The position also works closely with the Sponsored
Programs Administrative Office to ensure impeccable timeliness and accuracy of all pre & post award submissions. The Grants and Contracts Specialist will manage grants throughout award life cycle and ensure proper due diligence for all assigned Faculty. Preference
will be given to candidates with at least 1-2 years of experience related to the described responsibilities.
*This Position is a hybrid role; the candidate will work remotely four (4) days a week and in office one (1) day
a week*
Experience and Education
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Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field, and two (2) year’s experience in business or
public administration with emphasis on customer service in financial or contracting position.
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Applicants without the stated degree, but with significant additional professional applicable experience may be considered in lieu
of education requirement.
Job Duties
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Provides funding opportunity information to potential applicants by reading announcements, searching directories and funding files,
identifying and matching sponsor with researcher, and providing step-by-step detailed instructions to faculty principal investigators and research team.
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Provides guidance to researchers for proposal development and submission by interpreting sponsor and university announcements and guidelines
on application preparation and content by reviewing proposals for completeness and adherence to guidelines and mailing out proposals in timely manner.
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Provides grants management support to researchers by negotiating and processing awards, interpreting award conditions, obtaining approvals
for award changes, and obtaining required reports.
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Drafts and negotiates contracts with various agencies (state and federal government, private organizations) to achieve agreements satisfactory
to all parties, following state laws and Board of Regents’ guidelines.
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Provides guidance and assistance to researchers as necessary for implementation and negotiation of research contracts, including sponsored
research agreements and material transfer agreements.
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Utilizes eGrants, eRA Commons, eAgreements, Proposal Central, and other systems.
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Monitors status of contracts for completion. Performs other duties as assigned.
To apply, visit:
https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/job/19233627/grants-and-contracts-specialist-neurology/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. UT
Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination
on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
To learn more, please visit:
https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion
Health Benefits
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PPO and ACO Options
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100% Coverage for Preventative Health − No Co-Pay
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Tobacco-Free Incentives
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Generous Prescription Drug Plan
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3 Options for Dental Coverage
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2 Options for Vision Coverage
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Abundance of Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Retirement Plan
(Eligibility varies by employment status)
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The Teacher Retirement System of Texas is a defined benefit plan with 5-year vesting
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Optional Tax-Sheltered Annuity
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Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
PTO Benefits
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13 Paid Holidays, Eligible Day 1
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8 Hours/Month Accrued Vacation
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8 Hours/Month Accrued Sick Leave
Other Benefits
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On-Site Day Care
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Employee Discount Program
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Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Long-Term Disability Coverage
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Short-Term Disability Coverage
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Voluntary Group Life Coverage
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Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/
Amy Bryant
Supervisor of Grants and Contracts Specialists
Department of Neurology
UT Southwestern Medical Center
5323 Harry Hines Blvd. – J3-128
Dallas, TX 75390-9036
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