Post Award Grant Specialist at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Post Award Grant Specialist

Med-Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001735)

This position will handle post-award accounting responsibilities for complex grants and contracts. This includes monitoring account activity,
conducting internal audits, solving complicated issues, apply relevant policies and procedures.

Job Summary

Performs post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves complex issues, and provides policy and procedure interpretation. Prepares complex government reports and reviews routine reports. Facilitates accounting techniques and procedures to improve operations. Assists with managing special projects and budgeting functions.

Essential Functions

The position is accountable for post-award functions, both operational and financial. Will provide support for the financial activities of a large academic department. The position requires the application of a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in research accounting, post-award administration, and budgeting. The individual in this position works with department leadership in the development and implementation of
policies, procedures, and methods to handle unusual or complex situations.

Physical Effort

This is a fairly sedentary position but may require walking to other locations on campus. Occasional lifting of files and light office equipment.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist III (Post-Award)

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter