Manager, Grants and Contracts Administration at Seismic

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Non-Profit, Biotechnology, Genomics ResearchIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, Master's Degree or PhD in Business Administration, Finance, accounting, or related field required
5+ years of demonstrated experience with pre- and post-award experience at a non-profit research institution or university/college required
Research administration experience and/or understanding of pre-award administration preferred
Working knowledge: Federal, state, and agency policy guidelines
Working knowledge: Cost accounting standards (uniform guidance requirements)
Ability to interpret grant application instructions (RFAs, PAs, and RFPs)
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, communication and organizational skills
Ability to work in and adjust to a growing and dynamic environment
Strong writing skills and ability to draft business documents
Attention to detail

Responsibilities

Manage the Organization's pre- and post-award grant administration, including all training grants and larger program project grant applications with moderate supervision
Extensive interaction with faculty, Business Development, Finance, and legal regarding the administration and negotiation of industry contracts
Lead, under the direction of the Sr. Director, Office of Sponsored Research, in the development of policies and plans for the activities and management of grants, contracts, and related research requirements
Maintain current knowledge of Institute and federal, state, and agency guidelines for Sponsored Research administration
Work with the Finance Office to oversee the post-award financial grants management, including communication with external sponsors in regard to budget reallocations and reporting
Review, process and negotiate all consortium/contractual agreements and provide Finance with original executed agreement
Review labor distribution and effort commitments
Monitor project progress against milestones
Primarily responsible for the Institute’s special projects and executive faculty research (e.g. training grants including all K awards and R25 program project grants including P01s, P50s, cooperative grants such as U01s, STTRs and SBIRs) and act as primary liaison with program area administrators and PIs on all aspects of their grants, including pre and post-award issues
Assist researchers in grant proposal preparation, including budget construction, administrative documents, and formatted proposal per the sponsor’s requirements
Submit, in conjunction with the PI, Just-in-Time information, re-budgeting, and interim and final (closeout) reports required for award
Administer the processing of research agreements
Oversee the preparation, review, filing, and entering of grants and contracts into the Cayuse Research Administration system and follow-up on the status of grant applications, program/project proposals and research agreements
Provide grant management for awarded projects including progress report preparation/submission, subcontract monitoring/execution, sponsor approvals, and close out documentation
Develop and provide standard and ad hoc reports on sponsored research for the Sr. Director of Sponsored Research and other Senior Leadership
Supervise two Grant & Contract Administrator staff members

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Grants AdministrationContracts AdministrationSponsored ResearchGrant Proposal PreparationBudget ConstructionPost-Award ManagementContract NegotiationFinancial ReportingComplianceNIH GrantsLabor DistributionProject Monitoring

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Manager, Grants and Contracts Administration role?

A Bachelor's degree, Master's Degree, or PhD in Business Administration, Finance, accounting, or related field is required.

What experience is needed for this position?

Candidates need 5+ years of demonstrated experience with pre- and post-award grant administration at a non-profit research organization.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the team structure look like for this role?

The role supervises two Grant & Contract Administrator staff members and reports to the Sr. Director, Office of Sponsored Research.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Seismic

Sales enablement platform using AI technology

About Seismic

Seismic provides a platform designed to enhance the effectiveness of customer-facing teams, particularly in sales. The platform offers tools, content, and insights that help these teams improve customer experiences and drive business growth. It utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver insights that enable sales professionals to tailor their messages to meet customer needs at the right moment. This approach helps sales teams increase their productivity and engagement with customers. Seismic differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on AI-driven solutions and maintaining a strong commitment to research and development, ensuring they stay updated with the latest technological advancements. The company's goal is to empower businesses to optimize their sales processes and enhance customer interactions through a subscription-based model that provides ongoing access to their platform.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$434.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_GCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Generous paid parental leave - Paid time off for moms and dads to spend time bonding with their new bundle of joy.

End-of-year paid recharge week - Our global offices shut down, allowing us all to unwind while we gear up for the new year ahead.

High performance bonus incentives - Employees are rewarded on a semi-annual basis for their awesome contributions to Seismic.

Global company meet-ups - An annual meet-up in sunny San Diego for a week of bonding, learning, and fun.

Risks

Emerging competition from Responsive's platform may challenge Seismic's market position.

Data privacy concerns may arise from Seismic's integration with Sales Copilot and People.ai.

AI regulations could impact Seismic's reliance on AI-driven features and innovations.

Differentiation

Seismic's AI-driven platform enhances sales productivity and customer engagement effectively.

The Seismic Enablement Cloud offers a unified platform for customer-facing teams globally.

Seismic's subscription model ensures a steady revenue stream for continuous platform improvement.

Upsides

Seismic's Winter 2024 release enhances personalization and sales efficiency with generative AI.

A $500M credit facility from PNC Bank supports Seismic's innovation and expansion plans.

Seismic's 'Market Leader' recognition boosts its market position and customer trust.

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