Hiring Department
Office of Research Services (ORS) at the University of
Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)
Job Description
The Office of Research Services (ORS) is a core element of the
university’s research infrastructure. Our mission is to support the
scientific, scholarly, and creative endeavors of the faculty and
staff at UMKC.
The goal of ORS is to function as a highly trained, customer
services-oriented organization whose primary purpose is to support
externally funded research and sponsored activities within the
university community. ORS has responsibility for pre-award and
award administration and is the institutional unit authorized by
the Curators of the University of Missouri to submit proposals to
and accept awards from external entities for financial support in
the form of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.
- Manages pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of
grants and contracts using knowledge of grant and contract
management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and
analytical skills.
- Manages the daily operations and objectives in support of the
assigned portfolio.
- Contributes information and ideas related to areas of
responsibility as part of a cross functional team.
- Performs pre-award activities for a unit (school, department,
or division) with ORS. Pre-award activities include, but are not
limited to, assisting the department faculty/PI in the development,
preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals.
- Confers with PI and Pre-award support staff at collaborating
institutions to secure necessary sub-award documents for
proposals.
- Assists the PI in the budget development by proofing the budget
for inconsistencies and ensuring accuracy.
- Reviews budgets for consistency with sponsor, monitors
compliance with agency and University regulations regarding
submission; verifies all financial information to include
application of the appropriate overhead rate for the project.
- Monitors and facilitates proposal process through the routing
process in compliance with university procedures and institutional
signatures. Obtains signatures as needed.
- Monitors proposal status and advises PI on requirements and
deadlines associated with research protection protocols.
- Performs grants and research related training and education for
staff, faculty, and students.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable
knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
2 years experience in a research administration role preferably in
an academic setting.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range is $50,000 - $52,000 commensurate with
experience, education, and internal equity.
Application Deadline
Open until filled. For best consideration please apply by
01/09/2025.
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
.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure
each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse
backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual
pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in
learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our
university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and
expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of
teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and
applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated
ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis
of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex,
pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status
protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies
to all employment decisions including, but not limited to,
recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits,
disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit
https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human
Resources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 816-235-6910.
