Manager, Grants and Contracts Administration

Scismic is supporting a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing early diagnostics and smarter treatments through cutting-edge translational genomics research.

Job Overview:

They are looking for a Manager, Grant and Contract Administration to manage the Organization's pre- and post-award grant administration, including all training grants and larger program project grant applications with moderate supervision. The position also requires extensive interaction with faculty, Business Development, Finance, and legal regarding the administration and negotiation of industry contracts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's Degree or PhD in Business Administration, Finance, accounting, or related field required.5+ years of demonstrated experience with pre- and post-award experience at a non-profit research institution or university/college required.
• Research administration experience and/or understanding of pre-award administration preferred.
• Working knowledge: Federal, state, and agency policy guidelines Cost accounting standards (uniform guidance requirements) Ability to interpret grant application instructions (RFAs, PAs, and RFPs).
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in and adjust to a growing and dynamic environment.
• Strong writing skills and ability to draft business documents.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits/Perks:

• BC/BS of Arizona health coverage.
• Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability
• Top notch EAP with a full scope of concierge type services
• 401k with 6% match
• Generous time off
• Commuter benefits
• Much, much more!