DIRECTOR, GRANTS ADMINISTRATION The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC) is recruiting for the position of Director of Grants Administration. This position is responsible for the management of funded projects (Research, Education and Training) which includes inter-institutional contractual arrangements, systems for reporting and monitoring receivables, and budget negotiations. S/he develops strategic planning and research advancement procedures and policies, including training and career development tools for faculty and staff at the RIC. This position also has fiscal responsibility for the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation of Northwestern University Medical School, including annual departmental budget preparation and monitoring, assistance with grant submissions, and pre/post award requirements. S/he works closely with Chairman of the department as primary contact with NU Medical School Medical Administration department regarding operations of the department. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In consultation with the Searle Director of Research, the Vice President for Financial Affairs, and the Chair of the Department of PM&R of Northwestern University, develops goals and objectives for area of responsibility that are congruent with the overall funded project goals of RIC. As part of this objective, the Director of Grants Administration plans and implements a strategic research planning initiative which draws upon national experience in research planning for peer rehabilitation facilities and other research institutions. Compiles, allocates, and sets-up budget cost centers. Prepares, monitors, and reviews all contracts related to funded projects. Negotiates indirect cost rate agreement. Ensures effective project administration by maintaining liaison with grantor�s representatives and financial officers. Provides assistance to principal investigators in budget preparation for grant/contract applications, reviews financial and administrative requirements, contract applications for appropriateness of categories/expenses and prepares financial section of grant/contract applications in conformance with regulations. Issues billings in conformity with contract specifications and/or government regulations. Submits final reports of expenditures to funding agencies. Monitors, controls, and reconciles grants accounts, revenue, and expenses. Prepares monthly and/or periodic reports to principal investigators, management, and/or funding agency. Maintains regular contact with all levels of Institute management and outside agencies when gathering data, exchanging information, discussing grant regulations and policies, discussing budget status of grant applications and the like. Together with the Searle Director of Research, develops individualized faculty research plans as a component of career development and annual evaluation procedures for faculty. Together with research department staff, develops and implements a research training program, dealing with procedures and methods for successful grant submission. Maintains knowledge of current accounting and finance methods in order to enhance professional expertise by reading appropriate professional literature, attending seminars, workshops and professional organization meetings and the like. Accesses two accounting systems, hospital-based and university-based. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Knowledge of accounting, finance, statistical analyses, and general business administration at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor�s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, including cost allocation accounting methods. Approximately 5 years work experience in various aspects of grants administration in order to provide the resource background to ensure development. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to effectively negotiate and manage grant function. Problem-solving skills necessary in order to direct the grant administration function and prepare special and recurring reports and analyses. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS Position will report to the Searle Director of Research and receive additional direction from Department Chair of PM&R, and Chief Financial Officer of Institute. Position will have supervisory responsibility for positions of Business Support Manager, Sensory Motor Performance Program and Business Support Manager, Department of Research/PM&R. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For further information, or to apply, please contact: Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Elizabeth Garcia, Human Resources 345 E. Superior Street Chicago, IL 60611 Fax: 312-908-6181 Email: xxxxxx@rehabchicago.org Applicants should provide a resume along with the names, addresses and phone numbers of four references who are knowledgeable about your work. No phone calls please. The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com ====================================================================== 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") ======================================================================
