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Search #: 498098
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Fiscal, Accounting and Budget

JOB SUMMARY

OVPR’s Sponsored Programs Services at UConn is seeking an energetic, career-minded self-starter to provide financial and administrative support to professional research administration staff in the oversight of the University’s sponsored project and research activity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  2. Experience with online, electronic financial processing.
  3. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  4. Excellent computer skills including experience with Microsoft programs, particularly Excel and Word.
  5. Demonstrated customer service skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  2. Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment.
  3. Experience assisting with the management of grants and sponsored projects.
  4. Experience working in a higher education.
  5. Knowledge of Kuali Financial Systems (KFS) and WebFocus.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position with an excellent benefits package including medical and retirement, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers at the University of Connecticut. With the expectation to travel on-site as needed, remote and/or hybrid work modalities may be considered in accordance with the University's Alternate Work Arrangements policies and procedures. The target salary range for this position will be commensurate with experience, currently $50,091 to $58,000. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

 TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498098 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Submissions that do not provide all required documents may not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on July 1, 2024.  

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

 The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

Advertised: Jun 12 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jul 01 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

 

 

Sincerely,

 

Kelley Bilodeau ‘12

Human Resources Assistant

Office of the Vice President for Research

University of Connecticut

Whetten Graduate Center

438 Whitney Road Extension

Storrs, CT 06269

ovpr.uconn.edu

 

 

If I am unavailable, for immediate assistance, please contact Laurie Pudlo, OVPR Administrative Manager.