Senior Grants And Contracts Specialist, Cockrell School Of Engineering

Job Title

Analyze and review budgets for sponsored project proposals and contracts for accuracy and compliance with sponsor, federal, state, local, and university guidelines and regulations. Assist faculty and other university research staff with electronic proposal submissions utilizing internal university systems and external sponsor systems (i.e., UT Research Management Suite (UTRMS), Research.gov, DOE Exchange, Grants.gov, etc.). Review University-sponsored project proposals for compliance with sponsor, federal, state, local, and university guidelines and regulations. Provide counsel and guidance for corrections. Submit proposals electronically in a timely manner. Notify PI of any sponsor requests for information; obtain and submit. Provide appropriate instructions to administrative staff for preparation of award documents and flag potential problems for award staff; document corrections and comments. Review for completeness and accuracy. Assist administrative staff with grant management questions and procedures, submission of annual progress reports and extension requests. Review awards and proof for accuracy, formatting, compliance, export control or Homeland Security issues. Check terms and conditions, budget statement of work and letters of commitment. Consult faculty on intellectual property and other contractual issues. Other related functions as assigned.