Proposal Support Specialist

Title: Proposal Support Specialist

Employee Classification: Proposal Support Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

• Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation

Department: HSC-Office of Sponsored Programs-390030

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $62,508.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: {sTAOther10}

About Us

• Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Office of Sponsored Programs provides an array of high-quality services and expertise to support the research mission and sponsored projects administration at the University of North Texas Health Science Center.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Proposal Support Specialist to join our team. At the direction of the Associate Director of PreAward, this position provides direct professional support and guidance in the administration of grants, contracts and related funds to faculty and staff in an assigned portfolio of departments. This position provides high levels of client satisfaction through strong relationship management efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and four (4) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Up to date knowledge of applicable law, and federal and state grant guidelines, including but not limited to FARS, DFARS, 2 CFR 200, and Uniform Grant Management Standards. Understands and respects the need for structured guidelines and protocols but is willing to ask for clarification if something doesnt make sense and could cause unnecessary problems for a CoWorker, the organization or could result in less than an excellent level of service for a Customer. Attentive to details. Asks questions to accurately document information and update records. Excellent communication and followup. Copes with stress or pressure in a way that is transparent to others.

Preferred Qualifications

CRA Certification, not required

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• %

• Facilitate an effective transfer of grants and contracts for newly recruited Faculty. Ensure all required information is entered into the appropriate data systems. - ()

• % - Analyze and understand complex information from multiple sources including funding opportunity announcements and funding interest matches. - ()
• % - Cultivate and maintain strong working partnerships and effective communications with faculty, OSP, and other key partners. Guide faculty and staff through changes in sponsor requirements. - ()
• % - Partner with OSP to facilitate agreements, including subcontracts. - ()
• % - Assist with policies and procedures and assist with audits. - ()
• % - Develop and present workshops on various proposal development topics. - ()
• % - Other Duties as assigned. - ()
• % - Provide direction, training, and assistance to Principal Investigators and department staff in the development of sponsored project proposals, including but not limited to budgeting, interpretation of sponsor terms and guidelines, and University policies and procedures. - ()
• % - Ensure that proposals meet sponsor requirements, regulatory compliance requirements, and University, Federal and State policies and regulations governing sponsored research, and that proposals are submitted to the Office of Sponsored Programs correctly and according to appropriate deadlines. - ()

Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday, 8 am

• 5 pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.