Grants Coordinator A (Dermatology)
University of Pennsylvania

Grants Coordinator A (Dermatology)

University Overview

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Posted Job Title
Grants Coordinator A (Dermatology)

Job Profile Title
Grants Coordinator A

Job Description Summary
Under the supervision of the Grants Manager, the Grants Coordinator A will assist with the preparation, review and submission of sponsored program programs through the internal review process for submission to the sponsor, assuring compliance with the department, school and university guidelines. Activities include, but not limited to preparing pre-award budget/justifications, provide guidance on policies and procedures related to sponsored programs and resolution of related issues with the investigators. The individual will also act as a liaison between the faculty, administrative staff and various internal and external contacts. Prepare reports for review by the Grants Manager to apprise investigators on their funding status. Will monitor grant expenditures for allowability with funding policies.

Job Description

Under limited supervision the Grant Coordinator in the Department of Dermatology will provide research and financial administrative support for the Department of Dermatology. This role will be responsible for the preparation, review, and submission of sponsored program proposals to foundations, federal, and industry sponsors. This individual will also be responsible for maintaining grant and financial databases within the department. Post award duties include financial monitoring, maintaining faculty Other Support, and reporting for sponsored programs, meeting regularly with investigators for expense reporting, and processing reports and transactions throughout close out. This position reports to the Manager of Administration and Finance and has a dotted reporting line to PSOM Office of Research Support Services.

Responsibilities

- Monitoring of grant expenditures and completion of monthly grant analysis

- Coordination of grant and clinical study processes

- Proposal Development and Renewal

- Maintain grant and financial databases

- Grant Reconciliation and Audit Back-up

- Perform additional duties as assigned

Duties

Responsible for providing pre-award and post-award support for sponsored research within the Department of Dermatology as follows; assist with the preparation of new and non-competing sponsored project budgets, prepare and submit entire proposals through Penn systems, monitor expenditures for compliance, perform account reconciliations and analysis, perform account closeouts, payroll entry, reviewing effort reports, journal entry, assist research faculty and staff in Penn systems, monitor and invoice clinical study activity, produce monthly and ad-hoc financial/grant reports. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Associate's Degree or Two Year College with 2-3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Grant and contract administration and/or accounting preferred with knowledge of and demonstrated competency with compliance issues related to the management of both federal and non-federal sponsored research. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in University financial systems is preferred. Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently as well as part of a team with faculty and staff under strict deadlines while demonstrating attention to detail.

Working Conditions
Office

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Grants Coordinator A

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$37,220.00 - $56,087.33

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

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