RSCH ADM 2 (Research Administrator)

Under general supervision of the Financial Operations Analyst and CAO, provide extramural planning and budgetary analysis? serve as one of the compliance officers for department contract and grant activity and act as a resource to the PIs, department manager, and chair. Independently gather and apply financial data and University financial management mechanisms to ensure comprehensive and accurate budget construction. Responsible for pre- and post-award processes, budget preparation, analysis, and forecasting, and for control of complex budgets. Conduct financial analysis and effort reporting and participate in the financial planning for a wide variety of federal, state, and private grants. Work with Principal Investigators and engineers to understand new proposals, analyze programmatic needs, and make recommendations. Serve as a member of CEE’s C&G analyst team, providing resource to CEE investigators and research personnel.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened after two weeks; and then on a weekly basis. For full consideration apply to Job Posting by 1/28/2022. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary Range

$4,116.67- $8,266.67/Month

No. of Positions

1

Appointment Type

Career

Percentage of Time

100%

Shift Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Davis, CA

Union Representation

No

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Apply By Date

2/10/2022

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work at computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work with frequent interruptions.
Work flexible schedule.
Work occasional overtime to meet project deadlines or operation needs.
Limited vacation during busy periods, such as fiscal closing and during grant/project deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and strategic planning to analyze and compile financial data and reports.

Experience recognizing and responding to problems with cost recovery, invoices, accounts and payroll.

Experience controlling complex budgets, accounting and personnel functions including detailed budget preparation, contract and grant budget proposals, purchasing, payroll, ledger reconciliation, and fiscal close.

Experience with federal and private compliance regulations governing grant budgeting, financial reporting, cost-sharing standards, cost allocation, and policies regarding use of grant funds.

Experience with budget preparation bases on narrative methodological research plans and designs, analysis, and forecasting.

Experience analyzing the quantitative aspects of fiscal and budgetary issues.

Experience using automated financial and payroll/personnel systems.

Preferred:

Knowledge of cost allocation methods.

Analytical skills to assume responsibility for coordination and completion of complex projects requiring interactions with many internal parties in a large organizational structure.

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex data and develop meaningful solutions to specific problems. Organizational skills to work with changing priorities and demanding workload and to use independent judgement to make logical decisions.

Interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and to research, secure, and/or provide information to clarify situations, and resolve problems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

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.

No Smoking

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

EEO/AA Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.