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Grant Program Coordinator – Hematopoietic Biology & Malignancy Jobs in Houston – Texas – USA at MD Anderson
Grant Program Coordinator – Hematopoietic Biology & Malignancy
SUMMARY
The primarypurposeof the Grant Program Coordinator position is to provide support to Faculty in the administrative and financial management of the large grant, and other grants and funds. This position impacts the capability of Faculty to reach scientific and administrative goals and is necessary for the success of these programs.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Grant Completion and Processing:
Assists the PI, co-investigators and research faculty (RFAs) in processing ofcollaborativeand independent grant applications and renewals, sponsored research agreements, protocols, material transfer agreements, and any other paperwork related to research efforts. Ensures timely and accurate submission of required reports/documents for manuscripts and grants by tracking stages, alerting investigators, and initiating response processes. Possesses knowledge of institutional and external forms and contacts to facilitate completion of projects, assisting faculty.
Assists PI and co-investigators in the preparation of the budgets for grant proposals and contractual agreements, particularly including subcontracts with other institutions. Maintains the most current information pertaining to faculty CV, biographical sketch and NIH Other Support documents for annual non-competing applications. Prepares internal and external annual progress reports to NIH, Development Office or the appropriate awarding agency. Oversees and assists with accurate preparation of grant forms and appendices.
Proofreads, copies, and edits submitted materials. Ensures that the information collected is accurate, reflects the requested information, and is provided in accordance with specified guidelines. Acts as liaison between the PI and research collaborators. Maintains familiarity with NIH forms and requirements, including up to date knowledge of grant submission through online systems including eRA Commons, Click Grants, CPRIT, RCTS, Foundation, Proposal Central, and DoD systems (eBRAP).
Serves as an expert resource to faculty and administrative staff in regard to all application and reporting related issues. Provides ongoing information concerning changes in federal policy, institutional, and divisional initiatives to relevant department staff and grant investigators. Requires knowledge and proficiency in obtaining access to and retrieval of online forms and documentation from state/federal government agencies and private foundations via the internet.
Maintains copies of grants and assures that copies of all grant files are saved in Grants Administration folder by PI.
Financial/Administrative Management of Grants & Contracts:
Supports the administrative planning for large grant and other grants and funds under the direction of PIs. Provides comprehensive management for all aspects of grant awards and manages funds and fund allocation across multiple projects and reports appropriately. Reviews and reconciles designated large-scale, multi-project grants and research program grants, as identified by the PI, on a monthly basis, to verify accuracy, resolve errors, and ensure adherence with institution, state, local, and federal regulations.
Compares chart field string report expenses with expense documents received for purchases made or services performed. Receives and files electronic funding/expense/supporting documents and chart field string/project reports, in the designated electronic file(s), as they are receiv…
Title: Grant Program Coordinator – Hematopoietic Biology & Malignancy
Company: MD Anderson
Location: Houston – Texas – USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical
