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University of North Texas Hiring for Department Post-Award Specialist (Hybrid) at Fort Worth Full Time
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UNT System Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
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Posting Title:
Department Post-Award Specialist (Hybrid)
Department:
HSC-Office of Sponsored Programs-390030
Job Location:
Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility:
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information:
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with experience
Department Summary:
The Office of Sponsored Programs, a division of the UNTHSC Research Office, provides pre-award, post-award, and contracting services for the support of faculty and other investigators while promoting compliance with federal and state agencies, private sponsor agreements, and UNTHSC research policies.
Position Overview:
The University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Project Support Specialist to join our team. This position provides direct professional support and guidance in the administration of grants, contracts and related funds to faculty and staff in an assigned portfolio of departments. This position provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
CRA or CFRA certification
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
Driving University Vehicle:
Yes
Security Sensitive:
This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title:
Project Support Specialist
Physical Requirements:
Talk or Hear, Writing, Carrying, Kneeling, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Grasp, Ability to communicate
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Assist Principal Investigators and department staff in the management of sponsored projects, including but not limited to regular account review, expenditure planning, time and effort planning, interpretation of sponsor terms and conditions, and University policies and procedures.
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Ensure that award oversight meets sponsor terms and conditions, and University, Federal and State statutes, policies, and regulations governing sponsored research.
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Review sponsored project expenditures for the cost allowability, administrative reasonableness, appropriate award allocability and funding availability.
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Resolve discrepancies within the institution regarding awards, budgets, invoices, etc. in coordination with various central offices.
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Cultivate and maintain strong working partnerships with faculty, OSP, and other key partners.
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Guide faculty and staff through changes in sponsor requirements. Ensure all required information is entered into the appropriate data systems.
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Lead project close out processes (e.g., clear encumbrances, close PO’s, closeout sub-awards, etc.).
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Assist with policies and procedures and assist with audits.
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Develop and present workshops on various sponsored project management topics.
Posting Number:
S6726P
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