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University of Kentucky Grant Specialist in Lexington, Kentucky

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleGrant SpecialistRequisition NumberRE43547Working TitlePre-Award Grant SpecialistDepartment Name40132:Collaborative Grant ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,361-69,383/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time; repetitive motion related to computer workShiftMonday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; additional hours especially during peak deadline timesJob SummaryThe University of Kentucky (UK) is excited to announce that we are hiring multiple Grant Specialists to provide pre-award support in the new Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) department.This position is the result of a nearly year-long initiative to enhance administrative support for sponsored research at the University by providing high-quality, customer-service focused, and compliant research administration support to a large and varied group of investigators - faculty, staff, and students who are involved in innovative research across numerous disciplines, creating, discovering, and exploring the most complex problems facing Kentucky, our nation and the world.These positions may be eligible for remote work for candidates with prior research administration experience.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, support of sponsored project proposal development including budget preparation, facilitation of internal approvals for proposal submissions, and contributing regular support through entry and analysis of data within various sponsor and university proposal-related systems. Additional responsibilities will be remaining current and knowledgeable on sponsored project policy and related university rules and regulations. The Grant Specialist will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service through timely response and follow-up related to these duties.The Collaborative Grant Services (CGS) department has been created in response to Project GATeWAY (Grants Administration Transformation as the WAY forward). Over the last decade, UK has nearly doubled its total awards for sponsored research, and in the past 5 years, sponsored research has grown more than 40%. Project GATeWAY serves as the leap forward into the future of grants administration at UK. More information can be found at: https://www.research.uky.edu/resources/project-gateway - https://www.research.uky.edu/resources/project-gatewayTo qualify for these positions, the required education / experience is …Master’s degree and one (1) year of experience OR equivalent (below)• High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years of experience• Associate’s degree and five (5) years of experience• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience• Doctorate degree and no experienceRelated experience includes: Grant proposal, Grant management, Grant administration, Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Program coordination, and/or Administrative/AdministrationThe University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education. Click here for more information about equivalencies: http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies - http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesUK and LexingtonUK has been recognized as a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award recipient for the sixth (6th) consecutive year and has earned Forbes ranking for Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women, America’s Best Large Employers, and recognition as a Military Friendly School.UK has also been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for the sixth (6th) consecutive year, in large part due to Compensation & Benefits, Faculty & Staff Well-being, Shared Governance, Faculty Experience, and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation at UK. These benefits include flexible work arrangements; our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more.UK, located in Lexington, KY, is the ninth largest economic company in the state. Lexington has been ranked as one of the nation’s best places to live and work, and offers a vibrant community for professionals and their families. Lexington is safe, affordable, and offers excellent education opportunities, and is home to several Fortune 500 companies and the University of Kentucky. More information regarding Lexington can be found at: https://vimeo.com/302892787 - https://vimeo.com/302892787Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s degree or equivalent plus one year related experience.Deadline to Apply05/07/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran statusApply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/74XA6nh6dy6AAsLJmS77QKPI240307170

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