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Cedars-Sinai · 2 weeks ago

Research Grant Specialist I -Pathology Group Operations

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$59K/yr - $100K/yr

1+ years exp

Cedars-Sinai is a leading healthcare provider committed to improving precision medicine and advancing research. The Research Grant Specialist I will work closely with Principal Investigators and senior research administrators to manage grant accounts, track expenses, and ensure compliance with various regulatory agencies.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Works as the liaison between departments or research groups and Sponsored Research & Funds Administration, Accounting, and Finance departments

Prepares and routes internal documents for signature and processing

Performs all post-award administrative functions

Monitors federal and non-federal grant accounts, tracks expenses, project reconciliation and research-related financial reporting

Performs necessary funding corrections via direct cost transfer requests (DCTRs)

Assists in the development of financial projections for project account management

Assists in the development and submission of progress reports

May enter Notice of Awards (NOAs) details into databases

May assist in the preparation and submission of documentation required for research compliance

Participates in required training and education programs

Assists senior-level research administrators and leadership on other activities as assigned

Keeps track of cost-sharing agreements, prepares interdepartmental invoices, and monitors payments

Performs all Interns and Visitor Program administrative functions, including but not limited to onboarding/termination/renewals of interns/visitor personnel, and processing all necessary documentation

Performs financial management functions for the department's Mini/Microgrants program, duties include, but are not limited to proposal/purchasing lead, keeping track of individual accounts, expiration and extension dates, account reconciliation

Qualification

Research grant administrationFinancial analysisPeopleSoftMicrosoft OfficeExcel spreadsheetsVerbal communicationWritten communicationAttention to detailTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma/GED is required

One (1) year of experience in the administration of research grants, or an equivalent combination of experience and education

Excellent verbal/written communication skills and understanding of Grants, Manuscripts and Abstracts guidelines

Knowledge of general accounting and financial analysis is required

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and related applications required

Demonstrated ability to create and utilize Excel spreadsheets for budget and data tracking

Able to handle multiple tasks with short timelines, prioritize work, and complete assignments promptly and accurately

Ability to work independently, set priorities, and handle multiple tasks requiring attention to detail

Establishes effective working relationships with cross-functional team(s)

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Knowledge of PeopleSoft is strongly preferred

Company

Cedars-Sinai

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Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service.

Founded in 1902

Los Angeles, California, USA

10001+ employees