Position Summary

Michigan State University is one of the top 100 research universities in the world. Various federal, state and nongovernmental entities provide funding in the form of awards to the University to carry out research programs, known as sponsored programs. Each award includes specific guidance identifying how the funds may be used to support the research. Contract and Grant Administration (CGA) is a unit dedicated to the central administration and oversight of these research awards after they are received. All CGA teams support MSU's research by providing timely, accurate, and courteous assistance with the financial and contractual administration of sponsored programs. In addition, CGA is the point of contact for external audits and provides oversight to support university compliance with award requirements. To learn more about Research Administration at MSU, please visit the following website: https://mediaspace.msu.edu/media/RA+Recruiting+Video/1_zj4mrhxx

The Awards Group is a team within CGA responsible for the review of sponsored program award terms and conditions, and communication of critical compliance information to MSU faculty, administrators, and central offices. The Awards Group also processes awards and amendments to awards in MSU systems and coordinates the completion of semi-annual University Effort Reporting. Skills that lead to overall success within CGA are effective time management, prioritization of work to complete tasks timely, and a high level of complex problem-solving. The Awards Group is seeking an applicant who has strong communication skills and enjoys working both independently and collaboratively. The ideal candidate will be positive, self-motivated, reliable, and interested in continuous learning. A potential employee should demonstrate attention to detail, creative problem solving and the ability to review, interpret and apply regulations to various situations. CGA is looking for a candidate that will exhibit these skills to complement our team. CGA provides candidates opportunities for growth as well as training and continued educational opportunities.

Additional detail regarding specific tasks are as follows:

• Reviews sponsored program awards and amendments issued through various contractual funding mechanisms, such as contracts, cooperative agreements and grants
• Works with other central offices to establish sponsored program awards in MSU systems
• Act as a resource to MSU faculty and staff
• Requests and processes contractual changes, such as no-cost extensions, prior approval requests, carryover or rebudgeting requests, and changes in scope of work
• Communicates with internal MSU offices and external sponsors
• Assist with data collection for external audits
• May assist with expense review, financial reporting, and other related CGA functions as needed
• Duties associated with this position involve working on a computer up to 100% of the time

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Business Administration with course work in Business Law and Accounting; up to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in Accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Person must be able to legally work with export-controlled information. For consideration under this posting, a candidate must either (i) be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, OR (ii) must hold citizenship that does not disqualify him or her from eligibility to work with the export controlled data and/or technology essential to performance of position responsibilities, OR (iii) must possess citizenship and all other attributes established by Federal regulation to qualify for an exception to export control access prohibitions otherwise precluding the performance of position responsibilities. 

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to review, summarize, and interpret sponsor terms and conditions
• Experience in a business or university/academic setting
• Familiarity with budget preparation and reconciliation
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
• Experience with common software applications such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to think creatively, work independently, multi-task, prioritize, and manage deadlines
• Experience with customer service in a professional manner

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://cga.msu.edu/

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends December 3, 2024 at 11:55 P.M.