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Pre-Award Specialist - Department of Medicine (Multiple Opportunities)

Seattle, WA, USA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago

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About the role

Job Description The Department of Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Pre-Award Specialist to join their Pre-Award Integrated Resources Team.
The position ensures proposals are developed, reviewed for compliance, and submitted on time, serving as a primary liaison between principal investigators, central offices, and funding agencies.
Working Conditions Standard office environment with option for full or partial remote work.

Manage compliance of the G&C program and provide technical advice and interpretation of government, foundation, and UW regulations to PIs, program managers, researchers, and support staff.
Collaborate with pre-award shared services departments to maintain current information about staff, PIs, and policies affecting grant submission and compliance.
Works with Team Leads and Associate Director to implement process improvements.
Develops policies and procedures for pre-award administrative functions.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world.

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below.
Bachelor's degree in any field and at least 3 years of relevant experience.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.
Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Experience working in research administration with substantial responsibility for proposal development, including complex budgets and sub-awards.
Experience interacting with faculty and department leadership in a project management context.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence and customer service.
Intermediate knowledge/experience with OMB guidelines, Grants.gov, and eRA Commons.
Experience working with UW operations staff (OSP, SOM RGE, PAFC, GCA) and sponsor program and research staff.
Experience with UW systems including SAGE and Award Portal.
Experience leading teams or projects.

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Advise faculty PIs on sponsor requirements, particularly for specialized program announcements and non-federal sponsors

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