Grants Manager - A

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Job Location - City, State
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Department / School
• Perelman School of Medicine
• Pay Range
• Equal Opportunity Statement
• Special Requirements
• Background checks may be 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, d

Benefits

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University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more. Posted Job Title Grants Manager - A Job Profile Title Grants Manager A Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of sponsored research program funds throughout the grant lifecycle. Collaborates with investigators on proposal and budget development, compliance with University and sponsor policies, as well as oversees post-award activities such as financial monitoring, reporting, and expense reconciliation. Serves as a resource for faculty and staff and coordinates across areas to support effective administration. Job Description Responsible for the management of sponsored research program funds throughout the grant lifecycle. Collaborates with investigators on proposal and budget development, compliance with University and sponsor policies, as well as oversees post-award activities such as financial monitoring, reporting, and expense reconciliation. Serves as a resource for faculty and staff and coordinates across areas to support effective administration. This position reports to the Director of Fiscal Operations within the department and has a dotted reporting line to the PSOM Office of Research Support Services. Provide pre- and post award research and financial administration support for individual investigators in the divisions. Monitor grant expenditures for compliance and take or recommend corrective actions as needed. Work with financial coordinator and purchasing and accounts payable to ensure appropriate expenses are allocated to grant funds. Manage post award activity for division to ensure that issues are resolved in a timely and effective manner in accordance with university policy. Routinely review and update PI and respective research personnel costing allocations as well as submit payroll reallocations as needed. Produce and distribute specialized research and other programmatic financial reports for investigators. Meet monthly to review their funds and total research portfolio Assist in preparation and submission of reports, including annual budgets and progress reports Assist with preparation and review of bi-annual effort reports. Collaborate with ORSS, ORS and other departments to address/resolve administrative issues that arise with PI research-related matters. Perform additional duties as assigned

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