Associate Research Administrator, Fcvrri - Chicago, United States - Northwestern University

Northwestern University
Northwestern University
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Chicago, United States

1 month ago

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Description
Provides administrative assistance and routine problem solving in support of unit's research programs and mission.

Assistance may include the preparation &/or submission of routine research proposals, grants &/or contracts according to standard practice &/or general instruction.

May assist with &/or complete proposal submissions, prepare information used in grant budgets, process and project financial transactions, &/or effort reporting activities.


Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-Award

  • Completes preaward administration of grant &/or contract activities.
  • Reviews solicitation & determines necessary components.
  • Completes NU OSR forms.
Post-Award

  • Completes postaward administration of research grants &/or contracts.
  • Reviews account establishment.
  • Reviews expenditures.
  • Tracks formal rebudgeting.
  • Coordinates core resource account setup and maintenance.
  • Provides data needed for the preparation of interim and final financial and technical progress reports.
  • Participates in account close out activities.
  • Monitors project under spending and overspending.
  • Communicates with PI, other unit and project personnel, OSR, ASRSP and/or sponsor accordingly.
Financial

  • Reviews &/or approves transactions.
  • Reconciles standard budget & payroll information ensuring that appropriate sponsored accounts are charged.
  • Prepares and coordinates signatures on 90 day letters required when transactions are not timely.
Human Resources

  • Processes paperwork associated with hiring & termination of employees and orient new employees.
Compliance

  • Resolves standard & routine compliance problems & issues involving associated NU policies & practices; local, state, federal, agency & sponsor rules, regulations & requirements regarding grant &/or contract administration.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
(Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

  • Successful completion of a full 4year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
  • 1 year financial or administrative support experience in a research environment or other relevant experience.

Minimum Competencies:
(Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

  • Organization, time management, detail oriented
  • Multitasking, communication

Preferred Competencies:
(Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

  • Skill/knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.


  • Action oriented

  • Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.


  • Coachability

  • Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.


  • Collaboration

  • Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.


  • Collegiality

  • Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.


  • Initiative

  • Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.


  • Meets deadlines

  • Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.


  • Multitasking

  • Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.


  • Organization

  • Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.
  • Target hiring range for this position will be between $55,128 to $77,525 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data._
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