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Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve 26,000 students with more than 210 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.
Located in the stunning Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country's finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation's best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 14% of employee salary
Job Title: Grant Specialist
Department and BU: Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP)
Annual Salary: Commensurate with education and/or experience
Summary of Job Duties: The Grant Specialist will assist university faculty, staff, and students in locating appropriate funding opportunities; coordinate, manage, and approve the submission of proposals as assigned; manage contracts for sponsored projects; maintain cooperative working relationships with representatives of sponsoring agencies; lead and/or participate in special projects to further the department's goals and objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- At least three years or more of progressively responsible experience within the field of research administration /sponsored programs administration, including financial management in a university, non-profit or research institution
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in business / public administration, finance, accounting law, or other applicable fields
- Research administration experience in a higher education setting, research institution, or non-profit organization
- Experience with electronic proposal submission systems
- Experience in contract negotiation or legal education in contracting
- Experience with University of Arkansas' BASIS or similar enterprise accounting systems (e.g. Workday)
- Experience with University of Arkansas' RazorGrant (Streamlyne) system or other electronic research administration systems
Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter/ letter of application, and list of three professional references.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Grant-Specialist_R0003385
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Kathy
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Kathy Scheibel, CRA
Assistant Director
Office of Sponsored Programs
University of Arkansas
1125 W. Maple Street
210 Administrative Building
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Phone: (479) 575-5912
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Kathy Scheibel
Assistant Director Research & Sponosred Progams
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville AR
4795755912
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