Employment Opportunity: Cornell University, Grant and Contract Officer Pamela T. Plotkin 17 Nov 2009 09:38 EST
Cornell University’s Office of Sponsored Programs is seeking a research administrator to serve as a member of the team that provides sponsored award administration services, expertise, and guidance to advance the institution’s research and other sponsored programs. Cornell is a preeminent research and teaching institution with over $400 million dollars of annual sponsored activity on the Ithaca campus across a broad array of disciplines including the physical sciences, engineering, life sciences, veterinary medicine, and social sciences. The GCO will represent the university and investigators to sponsors in proposal submission, grant negotiation and execution, and other collaborations. She/he will serve as a resource to investigators, administrators, and management, support and/or lead grant negotiations, and contribute to the development of training and tools to assist customers, and contribute to the implementation of strategies to enhance services and the success of investigators. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least 2 preferably 4, years of experience in research administration in higher education or similar organization, with proven effective communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills. Demonstrated success in interpretation and risk-based application of government and other sponsor regulations in the context of business goals. Exceptional customer service focus and ability to work in high-paced deadline driven environment. Candidates with an advanced degree, and experience in law, public policy, or similar area, with the desire to contribute toward advancement of research are also encouraged to apply. Professional development and growth opportunities are encouraged and supported. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Relocation assistance is available (visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity). Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. To apply, please visit: http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/ -- Pamela Plotkin, Ph.D. Deputy Director, Office of Sponsored Programs Cornell University 373 Pine Tree Road East Hill Plaza Ithaca, NY 14850-2820 607-254-8329 xxxxxx@cornell.edu ====================================================================== Instructions on how to use the RESADM-L Mailing List, including subscription information and a web-searchable archive, are available via our web site at http://www.hrinet.org (click on "Listserv Lists") ======================================================================