Sr Unit Research Administrator (Finance)

The incumbent will coordinate with the Director, principal investigators, project directors and accounting/human resources staff to oversee and manage College of Public Health sponsored awards from proposal development through award closeout. In addition to ensuring that all research compliance issues are reviewed, documented and addressed, this position will work with the College faculty and staff to facilitate the assembling of research proposals and responsible for monitoring of expenditures, transactions and day to day activities of grants and contracts. As part of these duties, the position will monitor compliance functions within the College of Public Health.

Compliance areas include applicable federal (e.g., OMB Circulars and Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations, CFR 45 Part 74, PHS/NIH Grants Policy Statements), sponsor, State of Florida, USF and COPH regulations and guidelines. The incumbent will be expected to maintain proficiency in all areas of research compliance. Techniques used to ensure compliance within the College of Public Health are the provision of technical assistance and training in the areas of Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Circulars/regulations, development and dissemination of regulatory information to COPH researchers, staff and administrative personnel. All efforts to ensure compliance will strengthen the Colleges infrastructure for sponsored research activities.Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of research or research administration experience; A Master's degree may substitute for two years of the required experience. There is no substitution of experience for the Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in public or research administration, public health or financial degree. At least five years experience in pre-award research administration and demonstrated knowledge of postaward research administration in a University setting.

Proficiency in grant application submittal using Grants.gov. Experience working with issues regarding intellectual property, export control, conflicts of interest and FAR clauses is also a plus, as well as a background working with a variety of researchers and university officials at all levels.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an
alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration
required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the
advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

• Provides post-award financial administration and management for complex research funds. Interprets regulations and guidelines of program funding for complex grants and contracts and prepares renewals and periodic reports for grant agencies, determine budget, invoicing schedule, restrictions and other pertinent information. Analyzes expenses, develops cost projections, and provides financial tracking and fiscal control to fulfill reporting requirements. Advises the Principal Investigator on the most effective way to achieve an effective, quality proposal and coordinates a timely submission process, ensuring appropriate approvals. Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and University terms and rules, and review, negotiation and acceptance of resulting grant awards. Provides technical assistance to PI, research administrators and the director. Provide back-up documentation for invoicing
• Provides post-award financial administration and management for complex research funds. Interprets regulations and guidelines of program funding for complex grants and contracts and prepares renewals and periodic reports for grant agencies, determine budget, invoicing schedule, restrictions and other pertinent information. Analyzes expenses, develops cost projections, and provides financial tracking and fiscal control to fulfill reporting requirements. Advises the Principal Investigator on the most effective way to achieve an effective, quality proposal and coordinates a timely submission process, ensuring appropriate approvals. Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and University terms and rules, and review, negotiation and acceptance of resulting grant awards. Provides technical assistance to PI, research administrators and the director. Provide back-up documentation for invoicing
• Review, evaluate, and make recommendations related to the development and editing of COPH operating controls designed to ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Controls will be based on reasonableness, allow ability, and allocability of costs charged directly to sponsored projects. Provides reports on activities to administrators. Disseminates information through a communications or presentation to faculty, students, and staff as needed.
• Attends meetings, collaborates with other research personnel for best practices, represents the college on committees/ task forces, and may act as backup to supervisor where needed at meetings, presentations, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.