Research Administrator 3 (Pre-Award) Remote Opportunities Available
Company: Stanford University
Location: San Rafael
Posted on: September 4, 2024
Job Description:
The Stanford Department of Neurology has been a center of
excellence for more than four decades and supports one of the top
research programs in the U.S. with over 150 faculty serving as
leaders in the neurological sciences. The Stanford Department of
Neurosurgery is consistently ranked among the best centers for
neurosurgery in the nation with 60 faculty advancing the field in
basic, translational, and clinical research. The Departments of
Neurology and Neurosurgery are seeking a highly motivated Research
Administrator 3 (RA3) to support our faculty Principal
Investigators (PIs) as they seek external research funding. This
position is focused on pre-award administration and this person
will play a critical role in advancing the departments' research
enterprise. This person will serve as a resource expert and manage
the preparation of complex research proposals, including grants,
contracts, program projects, and cooperative agreements involving
multiple PIs, multiple subaward sites, and varied cross-school
initiatives. The role will also provide an opportunity to mentor
staff and lead process improvement projects. The RA3 will have a
passion for supporting research, thrive on complexity, possess
exceptional attention to detail, be adept in multitasking, and
bring a resourceful and collaborative approach to the work. This
person will also have excellent communication skills in order to
advocate for PIs within Stanford's diverse academic and medical
community.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Research Administrator
(CRA) certification.Complex proposal preparation experience in an
academic environment.Experience managing multiple projects and
timelines in a dynamic research setting.Extreme attention to
detail.Working knowledge of sponsored project guidelines and the
research regulatory environment.Duties include*:
Prepare complex proposals within
parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines.
Oversee and communicate submission process, both paper and
electronic; resolve issues relating to proposal preparation and
submittal process. Develop, prepare, revise, and finalize project
budgets, and provide budget justification; obtain cost sharing
commitment and support. Serve as liaison and active partner between
principal investigators, Office of Sponsored Research, research
groups, and other departments; respond to sponsor inquiries; advise
of new regulations. Interpret complex university and government
policies (FAR, Cost Accounting Standards, Office of Management and
Budget circulars, sponsored guidelines, etc.) for project and
university personnel and help guide other staff in interpreting
complex policies.Identify and implement process improvements.
Participate in and lead cross campus projects. Train and advise on
issues requiring specific technical expertise.Oversee, supervise,
train and mentor other staff.Serve as a resource on subject area to
principal investigator staff.
* - Other duties may also be assigned DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Research Administrator
(CRA) certification.Complex proposal preparation experience in an
academic environment.Experience managing multiple projects and
timelines in a dynamic research setting.Extreme attention to
detail.Working knowledge of sponsored project guidelines and the
research regulatory environment.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
(REQUIRED):Bachelor's degree and five years of job-related
experience, or combination of education and experience.KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):
Expert knowledge and fluency of
governmental regulations (e.g. FAR, A-21, A-110, A-133,
CAS).Knowledge and ability to understand, interpret, and
communicate university policies and procedures.Excellent oral,
written, and communication skills.Excellent analytical skills;
demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools. Strong
accounting skills; knowledge of accounting principles.Knowledge of
procurement needs, including sole-sourcing, cost analyses, vendor
requirements, and small business reporting. Strong knowledge of
property management requirements related to Stanford or
non-Stanford title of equipment and fabrications. Expert in project
management, including managing international collaborations and
complex multi-sub award contracts. Knowledge of personnel
management, including proposing effort for and training and hiring
of students, post-doctoral academic appointments, regular staff,
bargaining unit staff, and consultants, along with the
circumstances appropriate for each type of position.Extreme
attention to detail.Ability to review a proposal or manage a
project with understanding of the overall scope and goal of each
sponsored project. Excellent time management and organizational
skills.CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
Cardinal Curriculum I and II must be
completed to remain in this position. Certified Accountant or
Auditor, MBA, project management certification, or similar
credential desired. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Frequently sit, grasp lightly, use
fine manipulation and perform desk-based computer tasks, lift,
carry, push and pull objects weighing up to ten pounds.Occasionally
stand, walk, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, write by hand and
sort and file paperwork or parts.Rarely lift, carry, push and pull
objects weighing 11-20 pounds. - Consistent with its obligations
under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation
to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to
perform the essential functions of his or her job.WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates
the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and
with external organizations.Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates
commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety;
communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors
based on training and lessons learned.Subject to and expected to
comply with all applicable University policies and procedures,
including but not limited to the personnel policies and other
policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, .This role
is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford
University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for
this position will be based on the location of the successful
candidate. The expected pay range for this position is $82,000.00
to $109,000.00 per annum.Stanford University provides pay ranges
representing its good faith estimate of what the university
reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a
selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but
not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the
qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget
availability, internal equity, geographic location and external
market pay for comparable jobs.Consistent with its obligations
under the law, the University will provide reasonable
accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact Stanford University
Human Resources at
stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a
.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by
positions in this job classification and are not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and
responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs
without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level
of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as
assigned.on-site:The expected pay range for this position is
$95,000.00 to $126,000.00 per annum.Stanford University provides
pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the
university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay
offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors
such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the
position, the qualifications of the selected candidate,
departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic
location and external market pay for comparable jobs.At Stanford
University, base pay represents only one aspect of the
comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website )
provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of
benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the
rewards package for this position may be discussed during the
hiring process.Consistent with its obligations under the law, the
University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and
employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process
should contact Stanford University Human Resources at
stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a
.Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
law.The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by
positions in this job classification and are not designed to
contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and
responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs
without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level
of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as
assigned.
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