Drive the success of impactful clinical research through expert stewardship
Manage portfolio of grants and contracts
Ensure all applications and contracts meet sponsor/agency and university guidelines
Conduct detailed reconciliation of assigned project budgets
Prepare complex budget reports, adjustments, and corrections
Maintain close collaborative relationships with Principal Investigators (PIs) and key personnel
Manage assigned projects and financial portfolios using independent judgment
Develop budgets and budget justifications in collaboration with PI/Research Team
Participate in budget development activities
Prepare and submit grants and contracts through pre-award process
Monitor compliance with agency and university regulations regarding submission
Ensure accurate invoicing and fund management for assigned studies

Previous pre-award AND post-award industry sponsored clinical research administration and financial experience
Bachelor's degree, preferably with research or grants education and/or certification
Successful completion of Financial Services Introduction to R3, Introduction to Duke GL, Introduction to Accounting, Sponsored Research Reporting, Research Administration at Duke (online), Basic Compliance (online), Duke Human Research Training (online), Budget Development and Negotiation Training, and Industry Funded Clinical Research—Process for Contracts within first six months of hire
Successful completion of the Research Administration Academy (RAA) and Advanced Grants Management (AGM) expected
Three (3) years of relevant grants and contracts experience
Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions
Proficient use of computers; solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, Power Point)
Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity
Knowledge of Duke University policies and procedures relating to grant and contracts activity
Understanding of federal and university rules for management of effort allocation for individuals compensated from federal awards
Understanding of costing rules and regulations for federally funded projects.

Clinical Research Financial Practice Manager – Post-Award

Key skills