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Pre-Award/ Post-Award Specialist

University of Missouri-Columbia
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Missouri, Columbia
801 Conley Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2026
Hiring Department Dean of Engineering Job Description Pre-award Functions (75%): Facilitate the preparation of all documentation for external grant applications, including the following Interpret sponsor guidelines for compliance Budgets, including cost-share Budget justifications Initiate the ePSRS, and secure approvals Compliance documentation Sub-recipient documentation Manage the completion of external (sponsor-required) forms Sponsor budget forms Administrative portions of applications Sponsor compliance forms Data entry in sponsor submission systems Coordinate with collaborators from within and outside the institution, and their grant staff to fulfill sub-recipient requirements Post-award functions (25%): For new grant-funded projects Review of the Notice of Award, and associated terms and conditions Full review of the Grant Award Summary (GAS) and act on any modifications that may be needed Ensure segregation of duty forms are signed by the PI Confirm shared credit and cost share DeptIDs Communicate and meet with PIs for quick resolution of issues Coordinate with the PI and HR to set up payroll distributions and expenses Monitor grant accounts, and provide monthly expenditure reports and spending projections to avoid over/underspending Review expenses and ensure the charges are allowable and allocable Prepare journal entries as needed Shift Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with occasional evening or weekends for special projects. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Preferred Qualifications Research administrator certification Five years of grants and contracts or related research administration experience Five years of experience with PeopleSoft Grants Module Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with education and experience. Salary range: $52,915 - $66,000 per year Grade: GGS-9E University Title: BUSINESS SERVICES CONSULTANT Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials Application Resume Cover Letter Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.