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Sponsored Programs Proposal Specialist

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Your applicationOpen nowSponsored Programs Proposal SpecialistVanderbilt University · Nashville, TN, United States

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Job Description

The Sponsored Programs Proposal Specialist (SPPS) supports assigned departments and faculty researchers with the administration of pre‐award and non‐financial awards management tasks, with a focus on customer service. The SPPS’s duties include, but are not limited to, review of proposals and awards for compliance with Vanderbilt and sponsor policies, interpretation of sponsor guidelines and policies, serving as liaison/customer service representative between departmental staff, faculty and sponsors, identifying and providing ad hoc problem solving. The SPPS contributes to and supports a team environment. Other duties as required.

The Sponsored Programs Proposal Specialist is part of the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) delivery team whose mission is to provide the best possible customer service to the research community. This position will work in a high‐volume, fast‐paced, deadline‐driven, and dynamic team environment assisting in achieving departmental goals with duties of a complex and confidential nature. Reporting directly to the Associate Director for Proposals and Awards, the SPSS works with all internal SPA teams as well as Research Finance, and the various sponsored programs professionals in the colleges, departments, schools, and centers.

About the Work Unit:

Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) supports and advocates the University’s mission through leadership and expertise ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. SPA serves as a central resource providing guidance and stewardship by supporting the entire research community. SPA processes proposals and negotiates grants, contracts and other agreements. SPA values and promotes integrity, innovation, knowledge, collaboration and effectiveness.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

The Sponsored Programs Proposal Specialist will:

  • Review proposals to ensure compliance with both internal and external requirements
  • Assist departmental staff involved in proposal preparation, compliance review, and submission by serving as a subject matter expert and interpreting/providing guidance on University policies and sponsor regulations
  • Submit proposals to external agencies and follow‐up on issues that arise during the proposal preparation and submission phases
  • Keep abreast of changes and updates in sponsored projects terms and conditions and University policies as they relate to the submission and maintenance of sponsored projects
  • Work with Conflict of Interest issues as well as general compliance issues (IRB, IACUC, EC) and the appurtenant offices within the University

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility. This position reports administratively and functionally to the Associate Director for Sponsored Programs Proposals and Awards.

Education and Certifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience is necessary
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred
  • CRA certification is preferred

Experience and Skills:

  • 2-4 years of experience required
  • Familiarity with federal and state regulations governing sponsored projects
  • Familiarity with grants and policy guidelines of a variety of federal agencies, especially the NSF and NIH
  • Ability to review proposals critically in alignment with internal and external guidelines
  • Ability to communicate, in a professional manner, with a wide range of stakeholders (i.e. faculty, administration, legal counsel, federal agency employees)
  • Ability to stay abreast of the changing laws and willingness to attend job‐related training
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to multi‐task and prioritize responsibilities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a variety of personalities
  • Well‐developed analytical, organizational, and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
  • Reliability and sense of urgency regarding proposal integrity and proposal deadlines

About Us

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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