UCLA Health

Contracts & Grants Research Administrator

UCLA Health$75K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in research administration or related field.
  • In-depth knowledge of contract and grant management regulations.
  • Strong analytical skills to comprehend complex funding requirements.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration with PIs and committee members.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of pre and post-award administration for funded research.
  • Manage financial aspects of both unrestricted and restricted funding sources.
  • Develop and review research proposals to ensure compliance with sponsor policies.
  • Maintain accurate records of contract and grant management activities.
  • Approve proposed transactions for signature by authorized officials.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative work environment with department leaders.
  • Exposure to diverse research projects and funding mechanisms.
  • Access to institutional resources and support for grant writing.
  • Flexibility in work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Under the general direction of the Department Chair, Chief Administrative Office (CAO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and other Department leaders and in concert with other research administrative staff, bear primary responsibility of all pre and post-award administration for intra/extramurally funded research awards, as well as financial management of unrestricted and restricted funding sources for Departmental Principal Investigators (PIs). Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently develop and / or oversee research proposals, awards, and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Works on proposals and awards of diverse scope where analysis of data requires thorough understanding of complex regulations. Completes and approves transactions for signature by manager or other authorized institutional official.

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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