Research Coordinator
Job Description
Position Number:
128890Title:
Research CoordinatorFunctional Title:
Research CoordinatorCategory Status:
35-Exempt Contingent Category 2Applicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
1.000Unit:
CMNS-Chemistry & BiochemistryCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Reporting to the Director of Finances, the incumbent will provide support to faculty in pre-award, proposal development phases. Duties to include: budget development, working with PI’s to prepare routing documents and electronic submissions of proposal to sponsor(s). Interface with PI and ORA on proposal submission and compliance. Monthly reconciliation, collect/analyze data for reporting to PI’s.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience:
- Experience with coordinating detailed sponsor reporting, proposal preparation and routing, and subcontract coordination.
- A minimum of two years of progressive responsibility in research administration or a combination of budgeting and proposal development, preferably in an academic environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Uniformed Guidance and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
- Knowledge regarding how to prepare grant applications. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Focus on customer service.
- The ability to effectively work with university faculty, staff, administrators, and other campus officials.
Preferences:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with financial regulations and procedures of UMCP.
- Familiarity with BA4/Priority and Kuali Research software systems.
- Familiarity with State and University procedures, and with sponsored research sponsor(s) and Knowledge of and experience with, governmental/higher education general accounting, procurement and travel rules and regulations.
- CONCUR & KFS experience is a plus.
Additional Information:
The initial appointment will be for 6 months with possibility of extension. After initial training position will be 100% remote.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Posting Date:
09/29/2023Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/27/2023Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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