Job Information
Boston University POST-AWARD OFFICER, Sponsored Programs in Boston, Massachusetts
POST-AWARD OFFICER, Sponsored Programs
Job Description
POST-AWARD OFFICER, Sponsored Programs
Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
25500081370318
Posted Date
3/19/2025
Salary Grade
Grade 47
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Sponsored Programs is part of the Office of Research, a group dedicated to aiding the research community in navigating the lifecycle of their work, from finding funding to creating proposals to helping inventions find their way to the public.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Sponsored Programs, Post Award, the Post-Award (PAO) is responsible for overseeing financial and reporting aspects of a portfolio. This position serves as the focal point between the Sponsoring Agency and the Department in the fiscal administration of externally funded sponsored research. Duties such as preparing financial reports, review and approval of cost transfers, and award closeout activities.
The PAO is responsible for providing excellent customer service to faculty, administrators, and sponsors in managing the financial aspects of sponsored projects; reinforcing and ensuring both the University's compliance and sponsor requirements; and communicating directly with departments, other central offices, and faculty as needed. The PAO keeps abreast of the ever-changing landscape of Federal and non-Federal Sponsors at Boston University, including changes to Sponsor regulations and policies and broader research related landscape.
The PAO will work collaboratively with colleagues and peers, promote a professional environment at all times, and follow all service standards of the department. The PAO actively contributes to the overall organizational needs of Sponsored Programs, participating in projects and trainings.
The PAO will be expected to resolve issues independently or present resolutions to their manager for consideration. If individual is not currently certified, the PAO is encouraged to sit for the Certification Research Administrator (CRA) Exam.
Required Skills
Work experience: 3 to 5 years required
Education experience: Bachelor's degree required or related experience Strong computer skills, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to be flexible and work independently, and three years of related experience, preferably in research administration at an institution for higher education. Familiarity with SAP preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required Skills
Job Location: BOSTON, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 47
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315318 (https://apptrkr.com/6095256)
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