Research Services Professional

Job Summary:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is seeking an open rank (Entry to Senior) Pre/Post Award Research Administration Professional to support sponsored research administration. This position provides expertise across the research grant and contract lifecycle.

Working closely with faculty, Principal Investigators (PIs), Research Service Professionals (RSPs), postdoctoral fellows, students, and administrative partners, the position supports the effective and compliant management of sponsored research. Responsibilities may include proposal preparation and submission, budget development and monitoring, award setup, financial management, reporting, procurement, subaward administration, project closeout, and other research administration activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-award

• Post-award

• Administration

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome is the largest academic home for Down syndrome research. The Crnic Institute collaborates with prominent scientists and leaders around the globe to enable precision medicine approaches to improve health outcomes in Down syndrome. Learn more at: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/linda-crnic-institute.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Entry Level: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

• Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 1 year of professional experience with sponsored project administration or similar.

• Senior Level: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of professional experience with sponsored project administration or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CU InfoEd proposal development system or similar system-to-system grants submission software.

• Experience with pre-and post-award contracts and grant administrations in an academic setting.

• Experience with NIH grant submissions and award management including interpreting and applying policies from a variety of funding structures and serving as a resource to others.

Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, Smartsheet, and other organizational tools

• Strong attention to detail, balanced with ability to maintain a broad perspective.

• Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheets, word processing, email, and calendar software

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Sydney Ashton sydney.ashton@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 25th, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as the following:

• Entry: $50,160- $63,823

• Intermediate: $54,586- $69,455

• Senior: $59,012- $75,086

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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