Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist (Sccc Post Award, Remote/Hybrid)

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Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist

The University of Miami/UHealth department of SCCC Post Award Team has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Sr. Sponsored Programs Specialist. The Sponsored Program Specialist is responsible for the post award administration of all sponsored projects coded to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC). We ensure accounts are set up correctly for all new awards that come in, prepare monthly reconciliations, manage grant expenditures, compile financial reports to be submitted to the sponsors, and close out expired sponsored projects. We also provide guidance on post-award administration topics including allowability of cost on sponsored projects, effort certification, cost share, and other compliance related topics.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides technical assistance and guidance to faculty and administrators in the development and preparation of funding proposals.

• Responds to general inquiries regarding sponsored program policies and procedures.

• Reviews grant applications to ensure accuracy.

• Accesses applicable database(s) to verify regulatory compliance approvals before establishing of the project account.

• Maintains the internal proposal documents and electronic records for assigned portfolio.

• Processes and disseminates various non-financial post-award actions such as award notifications, amendments, and related documents.

• Assists in the coordination of the project closeout.

• Coordinates with faculty on possible need for budget revisions to be consistent with award amount as received.

• Reviews award terms and conditions and discusses flagged items with faculty.

• Oversees all audits and bank reconciliations of petty cash accounts.

• Monitors sponsored programs subcontracting activity.

• Submits to accounts payable all received and endorsed invoices and tracks timely payments by that unit.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University's core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff