Director, Contracts and Grants

Director, Contracts & Grants for the Institute of Genome Sciences The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)- Institute of Genome Sciences (IGS)is currently recruiting for aDirector, Contracts & Grants. The position will report to the Institute Administrator and will be an integral part of the leadership team within IGS. The Director will manage all pre-award, progress reports, account setup, and liaise with central offices for on behalf of IGS. The Director will also manage two direct reports. Benefits Information: UMB offers a generous benefits package, which includes 22 vacation days, 14 floating and holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools. UMB employees are strongly encouraged to follow all CDC recommendations related to COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses. Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website. Primary Duties: * Provide direction to IGS by assuring that proposals and awards are in compliance with federal, state, agency and institutional policies. Direct the authorization and transmittal of all proposals and negotiates complex agreements. Develop, enhance, and provide guidance to all contract and grant functions for business unit and staff members. Collaborate with management in order to ensure the deliverance of high-quality support to the faculty and senior leadership. * Provide direction and leadership for operational aspects of contracts and grant management business operation matters and policy development and implementation. * Provide expertise in strategic planning, organizational and management analysis, and grants and contracts management for the unit. Provides PI and management with adhoc reports in support of strategic plan. * Direct the authorization and transmittal of all proposals and negotiate complex agreements. Develop, enhance, and provide guidance to all lifecycle contract and grant functions. * Review, interpret, communicate, and ensure sponsor guidelines are in compliance and eligibility information is defined within proposals. * Oversee all documentation for the department and the subawards. Identify and gain approvals for invention and publications statements that have been completed in NIH ERA commons. * Identify issues and independently resolve and assist others in issue resolution as needed. Anticipate roadblocks and able to independently resolve. * Ensure that the evaluation criteria for review of grant and contract applications and funding agency guidelines and regulations are followed. Advise faculty as to policies and procedures of those agencies as well as those of the state and University. Keep current with funding agencies, University and State guidelines and regulations. Communicate changes to these guidelines to the faculty and senior leadership. * Oversee the completion of institutional documentation and records related to compliance functions as they impact the portfolio and regulatory matters. * Oversee the provision of information regarding research funding opportunities to faculty members. Assist faculty in administering and maximizing funds available to conduct research. * Maintain database of all grants submitted including tracking individual faculty grant histories, success rates by agency, and providing faculty with historical perspectives regarding research opportunities. Review purchase order requests on equipment and large supply orders to ensure funding available and policies are followed. * Translate program requirements into contract terms in consultation with PI. Identify, develop, and ensure contract requirements contain quantifiable specification and measurable performance criteria. Validate the performance criteria will meet the requirements. * Develop safeguards to ensure the integrity of grant administration or contracts and protects the University from financial losses. Ensure sub awards are in compliance with terms and conditions. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing and modifying practices to adjust to capacity and provide maximum effectiveness. * Provide direction of partnership by consulting on complex contracts that require integrating proposals from subcontractors and other third parties. Establish review criteria to understand if partnership is a vendor vs. subcontract. * Create a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve goals within IGS. * Perform other duties as assigned. Education:Bachelor''s degree. Master''s degree preferred. Experience:Seven (7) years progressively building research administrative background with at least 4 years in full life-cycle research administration. Supervisory Experience:Three (3) years in a management/leadership level. Certification/Licensure:Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Other:Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Commission. Completion of a 12 credit Research Administration graduate certificate program can be considered for the equivalent of one (1) year of relevant research administration work experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Thorough knowledge of position requirements. Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to support a mission and strategic vision. Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Skill in consultation and change management. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. Hiring Range: 120k to 130K (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: School of Medicine - Institute of Genome Sciences *Title: *Director, Contracts and Grants Location: null Requisition ID: 220000UU

Created: 2025-10-04