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As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
The Opportunity:
CCIE’s Research and Administration Team (RAST) seeks a Contracts and Grants Specialist II to join their team! This position coordinates post- award activities and initiatives to support the successful administration of funded projects for the College of Community Innovation and Education.
This is a reposted position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor funded grant projects and ensure compliance with standard accounting principles, UCF rules and regulations and federal regulations
- Manage a portfolio of 50-60 funded grant projects in order to ensure that the grant activities and objectives are implemented and completed effectively, on time and within budget
- Serve as liaison with units involved in financial management (i.e.. UCF Office of Research, CCIE Budget Office) and the Principal Investigator to ensure that financial accounting procedures are followed, that invoices are promptly submitted for payment and budget reports are prepared in a timely manner and routinely reviewed for accuracy
- Maintain, track, and analyze revenues and expenses on C&G research projects for reconciliation and verification on behalf of CCIE faculty involved in funded research to ensure compliance
- Provide review and approval of travel requisitions, purchases, student tuition payments and stipends, deposits and receivables for C&G research projects and service/recharge centers
- Access to Workday, student accounts, and all OR research systems software and handle sensitive and confidential information (personnel data, salaries, FERPA)
- Assist in the budget amendments, reports on grant activity, and close out activities (accounting, final report, e tc); maintaining relevant project records
- Participate in trainings to increase research administration knowledge
- Maintain relevant research administration records as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Related Discipline
- Experience in research administration best practices, familiarity with Uniform Guidance, and/or other federal regulations
- Financial/accounting experience in research administration and/or higher education environment
Additional Application Materials Required:
UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references (at least two references must be previous/current supervisors).
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
This is a reposted position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Are Benefits Important to You?
Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- Flexible work environment
- And more…For more benefits information, click here to go to the UCF Employee Benefits page.
Who Are We?
Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.
The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.
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Department
College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) Research
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$48,722.00 to Negotiable
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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