40The Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a Grant Specialist I to join its Research Administration team. We are looking for a collaborative professional with demonstrated customer service experience, adaptability, eagerness to learn, and a strong commitment to supporting investigators in securing funding to advance innovative research initiatives. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment and provide high-quality administrative and grant support throughout the research funding process.
Grants Specialists (GS) play a vital role in the sponsored project life cycle, ensuring that research proposals adhere to sponsor guidelines and are successfully submitted. The GSI supports faculty, center directors, and staff throughout the pre-award stage of sponsored projects, including proposal preparation and submission, just-in-time requests, and compliance
Position is primarily remote with occasional on-campus requirements.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Proposal/Grant Management
Award Management
Research Compliance
Research Reporting
Grant Closeout
Assists senior leadership with special projects.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Physical Effort
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
CertificationsProfessional Licenses
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (1 Year)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
CertificationsProfessional Licenses
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Accounting, Adobe Acrobat, Analytical Thinking, Computerized Accounting, Computer Literacy, Deadline Management, Grant Administration, Grant Applications, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Technologies, Maintaining Composure, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Workday Software, Written Communication
G10-H
$25.47 - $39.49 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
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Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
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WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
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