Senior Award Management Specialist - Office Of The Vice President For Research

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Not specified; salary basis listed
5-7 years post-award experience
Manage complex multi-sponsor portfolios
Proficiency with sparcs oracle hrs systems
The Senior Award Management Specialist independently manages complex sponsored research portfolios and serves as a trusted advisor to Principal Investigators

Job Summary

  • The Senior Award Management Specialist independently manages complex sponsored research portfolios and serves as a trusted advisor to Principal Investigators.
  • This role ensures that sponsored awards are accurately represented, monitored, and maintained in the university's electronic systems while providing advanced compliance oversight.
  • Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, a generous retirement savings program, tuition benefits, and access to a fitness center.

Matching Summary

The Senior Award Management Specialist independently manages complex sponsored research portfolios and serves as a trusted advisor to Principal Investigators.

Salary

Not specified; Salary basis listed

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7 years post-award experience
  • Manage complex multi-sponsor portfolios
  • Proficiency with SPARCS Oracle HRS systems
  • Interpret federal foundation industry terms
  • Conduct advanced transaction quality assurance

Nice-to-have

  • Mentor specialist-level staff members
  • Proactive risk identification skills
  • High-level stakeholder interaction
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • 5-7 years progressively responsible experience
  • Successful background check clearance

Work Rights

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