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Post-Award Research Administraton Partner
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Position Details| Advertising/Posting Title | Post-Award Research Administraton Partner |
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| Posting Summary |
This position is eligible for 100% remote work. Post-Award Administration Partner This position provides comprehensive post-award financial administration and compliance oversight for sponsored projects from setup through closeout. The role ensures accurate budget management, monitoring of expenditures, financial forecasting, effort allocation, and adherence to sponsor and university requirements. The Post-Award Analyst serves as a primary resource for Principal Investigators and departments, partners closely with SPA Financial Analysts, and contributes to PI onboarding and training initiatives. This position is eligible for 100% remote work.Analysis & Compliance
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| Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Education and work experience:Bachelor’s Degree Finance, Business Administration or Accounting Relevant Work Experience 2-4 years Competencies:Accounting and budgeting skills in managing complex financial accounts and funds, as well as knowledge of generally accepted accounting, fiscal, and reporting principles. Working knowledge of contracts and grants transactions and applicable financial systems, as well as related policy requirements. Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, sponsor, and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines. Ability to work independently and as a team member, research and resolve problems, meet deadlines, and follow through on assignments with minimal direction. Independent judgment and strong organization and communication skills and customer service focus across broad and diverse subject areas. |
| Desirable Qualifications | 3-5 years demonstrated experience in research contract and grant management.
Certified Research Administration (CRA) or Certified Financial Research Administration (CFRA) designation. |
| Anticipated Pay Range | $69,000 - $78,000 |
| Other Information | |
| Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Union Position | Yes, UVMSU |
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
| Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States |
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| Job Open Date | 11/03/2026 |
| Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) | |
| Open Until Filled | No |
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information| Position Title | Research Administration PC3 X |
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| Posting Number | S6382PO |
| Department | Sponsored Project Admin/30612 |
| Position Number | 00026281 |
| Percent of Full-Time | 1.0 |
| Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5 |
| Term (months per year) | 12 |
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