Pre-Award Administrator

The Pre-Award Administrator will handle all functions of the department pre-award grants office. Duties include: budget development for applications; researching and interpreting sponsor guidelines; applying University policies; serving as a liaison between investigators, divisions, division administrators, UPP/UPMC, other University departments and University offices; developing grant, contract, and clinical trial proposals and budgets; prepare associated forms and related paperwork. This is an extremely fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. Must be able to prioritize and meet constant deadlines simultaneously. Excellent communications skills necessary. Experience with NIH and DOD grant submissions as well as knowledge of University policies and procedures is highly desirable.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education with substantial on-job experience. Knowledge of University policies and procedures preferred. Expertise in computerized systems for fiscal and database management along with web experience. Experience with budget techniques and accounting procedures. Knowledge of Federal and non-Federal regulations and operation policies of sponsored research including OMB Circulars A-110, A-122 and A-133, and NIH grants policy statement. Experience with Department Manager a plus. CRA a plus. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted per University guidelines.

 The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets. The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement. 
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Administrator.III
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Baccalaureate
Minimum Experience Level Required: 2-3 years experience
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: $35,100.00 – $56,784.00
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, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable