Research Admin (RSCH ADM 3)

Research Admin

Under the direction of a Contracts and Grants Officer, as part of a team, work with faculty and staff from a specific set of schools and/or colleges to review proposals prior to submission to sponsors; negotiate research agreements with sponsors; assist faculty in developing proposals and negotiate a portion of the resulting contracts and grants. Each team will have a focus on either proposals or awards/subcontracts; the focus of each team, as well as the team members, may change over time consistent with changes in the business needs of the Sponsored Programs Office.

This is a two-year contract position with possibility of extension and or conversion to career.

Apply By Date

January 21, 2025 at 11:59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Research Administration experience serving both internal and external customers, including review and submission of proposals for contracts and grants, and preparation, review, and negotiation of research agreements.
• Experience collecting, analyzing and summarizing data related to projects.
• Research Administration experience in conducting complex negotiations.
• Experience presenting complex technical and legal material to non-technical persons.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, editing and analyzing various types of research administration agreements, legal correspondence and other written documents.
• Skill using Microsoft suite of products (including but not limited to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and Internet Explorer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting, communicating and applying terms and conditions of various sponsor's, federal, state, and University guidelines, policies, and procedures governing research including but not limited to intellectual property.
• Experience with for-profit and non-profit business contracting and funding practices and interests.
• Communication skills to build constructive and effective relationships with all types of people.
• Extensive knowledge of multiple sponsor's terms and conditions and advanced skills to interpret and apply complex sponsor requirements.
• Knowledge of and skills to apply UC and UCD policies and procedures, and extensive knowledge of UC principles governing research and intellectual property.
• Knowledge of University patent policy and its variations as related to agreements sufficient to discuss with faculty, staff and sponsor representatives.
• Knowledge of legal, medical and scientific terminology.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills to use logic to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Skilled in time management and priority-setting.

Key Responsibilities

• 40%, PROPOSALS
• 35%, AWARDS
• 20%, POST AWARD
• 5%, OTHER

Department Overview

One of 2-5 Contracts and Grants analysts on 4 teams. Each team is led by a Contracts and Grants Officer and is assigned to focus on either proposals or awards/subcontracts for a set of schools and/or colleges.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $67,700.00 - $120,500.00 /annual (budgeted salary: $67,700.00 - $83,540.00 /annual; commensurate with experience)
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 21
• UC Job Title: RSCH ADM 3
• Number of Positions: 3
• Appointment Type: Contract
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: Remote

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Work Environment

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Special Requirements

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/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, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit:https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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