Researcher Job at North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC
$60,000 - $69,000 a year
Posting Information
Posting Number
PG192494EP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Sponsored Research Administrator
Anticipated Hiring Range
$60,000 - 69,000 (commensurate with education and experience)
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm or flexible for 40 hours per week.
Job Location
Raleigh, North Carolina
Department
Computer Science
About the Department
The Department of Computer Science is an academic teaching and research department in the College of Engineering. It is a large and complex unit that encompasses research-intensive, teaching intensive and professional activities. It is one of the largest such departments in the nation by the number of faculty and students, and its total budget and size are comparable to some NC State University colleges and divisions.
Essential Job Duties
This position serves as a Sponsored Research Administrator for the Department of Computer Science pre-award and post-award process.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Understanding and applying accounting principles and practices to a variety of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and other fiscal functions to the contracts and grants (ledger 5).
- Responsible for budgeting, cost accounting, and other fiscal management of assigned contracts and grants (ledger 5) accounts. Fiscal responsibilities include reconciliation, monitoring, and control of expenses, verifying the allowability of expenses, appropriately applying uniform guidance, preparing and understanding financial reports, and managing accounting records associated with contracts and grants (ledger 5) accounts.
- Expense, variance, and forecasting reporting.
- Development of controls for determining the allowability of costs.
- Assisting faculty with both pre-award and post-award fiscal management and accounting.
- Preparing and processing proposals through PINS, grants.gov, and other agency electronic submissions programs.
- Reviewing new award guidelines, procedures, and regulations with parties involved.
- Keeping up-to-date on compliance rules and regulations of NC State and of agencies including NSF, NSA, DARPA, etc.
- Post-award analysis of budgets including monitoring and reviewing expenditures for accuracy and compliance; and providing spending plan analysis and guidance to faculty.
- Providing projections and guidance on future expense planning.
- Cost share reporting.
- Reviewing human resource expenditures and travel vouchers/reimbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Working with the principal investigator on developing facets of the pre-award budgets and post-award budget changes following university and agency rules and regulations compliance and accounting.
- Working independently to provide financial reports, budget consultation, and assist faculty with all aspects of project fiscal management and financial reporting.
- Ensuring compliance of all applicable best practices for the University, State, and various program Sponsors.
- Award close-outs including budget change financial approval.
- Developing and maintaining internal control procedures and processes for internal workflow.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Require post-baccalaureate credentials plus 1-2 years experience; a bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.
Other Required Qualifications
- Proficient with strong computer and web-based experience, including Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word and Excel) and Google Apps (i.e. Drive, Docs, Forms, Sheets, etc.), capability to use Department Web-based tools, and sponsor financial and proposal systems.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task in a busy, fast-paced office with frequent deadlines and interruptions.
- Ability to work independently, and develop a customer-focused work style. Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, and accurate.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in accounting principles and cost accounting standards.
- Ability to interpret and apply complete Federal and State fiscal regulations and allowability and allocability of cost. Identify and seek guidance in correcting accounting and financial problems and errors.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with individuals of varied backgrounds and responsibilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Apply accounting principles with the ability to develop budgets. Works with faculty and provides suggestions for budget development, and the allowability of cost.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Mentoring and assisting in the training of financial and research staff.
- Assist manager in training department faculty and staff on University policy and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
- PeopleSoft Human Resources and Financials experience.
- Experience in PINS, RADAR, NSF FastLane, grants.gov, and WRS Systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- Pre-Award or Post-Award contracts and grants experience or State and Gift Account. Experience at a University.
- Efficient in University processes and systems.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
No
Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
04/07/2023
Anticipated Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to your application please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00108584
Position Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Is this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
No
Department ID
141901 - Computer Science-engr
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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