NIU is hiring for a Grants and Contracts Associate in our Sponsored Programs Administration office. See below or the link for job details. Go Huskies!

http://jobs.niu.edu/JobDetail.cfm?Job=61978

Dara C. Little, MPA, CRA
Assistant VP for Research and Sponsored Programs
Sponsored Programs Administration
Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60554

(Direct) 815-753-9285 (Main) 815-753-1581
xxxxxx@niu.edu

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 Grants and Contracts Associate

Posted On: Thursday, December 08, 2016
Deadline: Friday, January 13, 2017
Position Type: Civil Service
Department: Sponsored Programs Administration
Contact: NIU Human Resources | 815-753-6000
Phone: 815-753-6000

RESPONSIBILITIES
Grants and Contracts Associates are an integral part of the NIU Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) team. The SPA team encompasses administrators who specialize in pre and post-award administration to support faculty throughout the sponsored funding lifecycle. The Associate provides budget management support to NIU faculty and staff and oversees accounting, compliance, cash management, and other non-technical reporting and auditing requirements for individual awards.

NIU is an emerging research institution building on our research strengths and Chicagoland’s place as a world leader in innovation while continuing to engage undergraduate and graduate students in faculty-driven and student-initiated research, public service and artistry. The University is located approximately 65 miles from downtown Chicago and is a short drive from the vibrant western suburbs and Rockford metropolitan area. The University’s close proximity to Chicago and Rockford enables strong collaboration with regional national labs and local innovation spaces that foster research and entrepreneurship opportunities across disciplines. Our research programs extend beyond the Illinois region with faculty conducting cutting-edge research and service programs with U.S. and International collaborators.

As a key member of the SPA team, the Associate works directly with faculty and staff to manage a broad portfolio of grants, contracts, and subcontracts. The Associate interprets sponsor policies and regulations, counsels faculty and campus on these regulations, and represents the University in discussions with the sponsoring agency regarding award matters. The Associate also forecasts cash requirements, manages cash flow, prepares and submits financial reports, and facilitates sub-recipient monitoring.

Scheduled work hours are M-F 8:00 to 4:30

Starting salary commensurate with education and experience plus benefits (Click here for employment benefit information).

REQUIRED SKILLS
1. Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or a field related to the position.
NOTE: Part-time employment is calculated to a full-time equivalent.

This is a security-sensitive position. Before any offer of employment is made, the University will conduct a pre-employment criminal background investigation, which includes a criminal background check.

PREFERRED SKILLS
Previous grant and/or contract management experience and knowledge of 2 CFR 200; excellent organizational and time management; ability to work in a deadline driven environment, professional verbal and written communication proficiencies; experience using PeopleSoft and/or InfoEd.

MATERIALS
To apply for this position please submit the following by 4:30pm on January 13, 2017.
Application containing employment information from your first job through your current position.
Letter of application
Detailed resume that includes your e-mail address
List of three references with contact information
Copy of your college/university transcripts
DD214 if applicable
(Click here for employment application). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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