Grants and Contracts Officer

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: The Grants and Contracts Officer provides budgetary and administrative support to Principal Investigators for all facets of pre-award management by facilitating the preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist Principal Investigators and staff in assessing funding opportunities and submitting applications/proposals for funds to governmental (Federal, State, Local) and non-profit entities (foundations, educational institutions, research organizations).

Manage electronic grant submissions via grants. gov, NSF Fastlane, and individual foundations' web-based applications. Responsible for budget preparation and financial planning for research and sponsored proposals.

(30%) Assist in the preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of extramural awards from government, industry, etc. , drafting subagreements, consulting arrangements, and any necessary legal documents (CDA, MTA, Data Use, etc.) that might be required in connection with such awards and collaborations.

(30%) Act as a liaison and facilitates communications between Allegheny Singer Research Institute management, accounting, investigators, and/or external organizations in regard to sponsored research agreements/programs. (15%) Assist in the annual budget process providing data on funded programs.

(15%) Provide ad hoc reports to management and department administration as requested. (10%) Perform other duties as required or requested by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Bachelor's degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize projects based on submission date. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Demonstrated skill in resolving complex grant issues which involve interpretation and application of established policies and procedures. Ability to work indepe