UCLA Health

Contracts and Grants Supervisor

UCLA Health$95K — $208K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related area; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • 5+ years in Research Administration required.
  • Strong leadership experience in guiding a team.
  • In-depth understanding of financial concepts and statement interpretation.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for relationship building.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet regulatory deadlines.
  • Strong analytical skills for financial data analysis and problem-solving.
  • High attention to detail for managing complex tasks.
  • Advanced skills with Adobe and Microsoft software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the pre- and post-award administration team for the Department.
  • Oversight of funding for departmental Principal Investigators.
  • Collaborate with departmental leaders and research administrative staff.
  • Ensure compliance with policies and regulations regarding awards.
  • Analyze financial data and develop proposals to address challenges.
  • Communicate effectively with various stakeholders to build relationships.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work schedule.
  • Onsite work at UCLA Health in Los Angeles, CA.
  • Commitment to a professional and ethical work environment.
  • Opportunity for career growth within the Department of Medicine.
Full Job Description
General Information

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Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Flexible Hybrid

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Posted Date

07/17/2026

Salary Range: $ - Annually

Employment Type

2 - Staff: Career

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

31905

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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The Department of Medicine is looking for an experienced Contracts and Grants Supervisor to join our team. Reporting to the Department Chair, Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other departmental leaders, and collaborating with other research administrative personnel, you will lead the Department's pre- and post-award administration team. Your main role involves overseeing intra- and extramurally funded research awards for Departmental Principal Investigators.

Salary offers are determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and equity. UCLA Health annual salary range for this position is $95,400.00 - $208,300.00

Job Qualifications

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Required

  • Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. (Required)
  • 5+ years of experience in Research Administration. (Required)
  • Proven experience as an effective team leader and supervisor, guiding team members to success. (Required)
  • Expanded knowledge of financial and accounting concepts, including interpreting financial statements. (Required)
  • Strengthened interpersonal skills for effective communication and relationship building. (Required)
  • Enhanced ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and comply with policies and regulations. (Required)
  • Improved analytical skills to analyze financial data and propose solutions. (Required)
  • Heightened attention to detail in managing complex administrative and financial tasks. (Required)
  • Advanced proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft suite software. (Required)

**May be subject to test in qualifying skills**

Preferred:

  • Demonstrated commitment to ethics, integrity, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information. (Preferred)


As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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