Pre-/Post-Award Subject Matter Expert

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The Pre-/Post-Award Research Administration Subject Matter Expert ( SME) serves as an indispensable resource for research administrators and investigators within the School of Medicine ( SOM). This role delivers advanced expertise in navigating complex clinical and observational research funding mechanisms, encompassing National Institutes of Health ( NIH) and other federal, state, and private funding sources.
Key responsibilities include providing comprehensive guidance on pre-award activities such as intricate proposal development, meticulous budget preparation, and seamless submission processes. Additionally, the SME directs post-award tasks, including sophisticated financial management, detailed reporting, and thorough project closeout procedures. By ensuring strict compliance with institutional and sponsor regulations, the SME empowers research teams to adeptly manage administrative and financial complexities, thereby facilitating the successful execution of projects.
This role also plays a crucial part in enhancing institutional capacity by developing and delivering advanced training programs, creating detailed process documentation, and identifying strategic areas for operational improvement. As a collaborative partner, the SME works closely with various departments, SOM leadership, and the Compliance and Regulatory SME to ensure alignment with institutional goals and uphold the SOM's standard of excellence in research administration.

Mid- to late-career with Masters and 2- 4 yrs experience; Bachelors and 3-5 yrs experience

Extensive knowledge of federal and state research funding policies.
Strong problem-solving and mentoring skills.
Pre- and post-award experience.

Master's degree in a related field.
Certified Research Administration ( CRA) Certification.
Experience managing complex grants or clinical trial funding.

Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, are an integral part of the School of Medicine's Working Forward initiative. As such, this position's work location is designated as virtual. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.