University Program Associate

M- F 8:00 am -5:00 pm; flexible

Flexible work arrangements, including remote/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 hybrid. Please note that the designated work location is subject to change based on the unit's business needs.

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

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 LCCC pre-award grants team supports interdisciplinary research groups of investigators at LCCC and collaborating institutions (e.g., Duke University, Washington University, Dana Farber Cancer Institute), in submitting grant applications. The Pre-award Specialist is responsible for submission of grants, ensuring all sponsor guidelines and expectations are met. This position will work on multiple, unique, grant applications at a time, working independently to manage their time and meet university and sponsor deadlines. They will coordinate and communicate with research team members (e.g., faculty principal investigators and co-investigators, non-faculty project managers, and departmental administrators from across the Schools of Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy, and Arts and Sciences as well as collaborating institutions), institutional research administration officials (e.g., Office of Sponsored Programs and Sponsored Programs Office, Institutional Review Board, and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee) and sponsors (e.g., National Institutes of Health, American Association for Cancer. Research, V-Foundation, Susan G. Komen Foundation). This position will submit non-financial progress reports, as needed, for funded projects. The Pre-Award Specialist will be expected to review and understand sponsor and university guidelines and policies and communicate those to research team members. They will use sponsor submission portals including Cayuse, Proposal Central, Assist, grants.gov, etc. The Pre-Award Specialist will work independently, create and adhere to timelines and deadlines.

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Experience with Microsoft Excel Formulas, Microsoft Word. Ability to interpret and manipulate basic data.

Basic knowledge of NIH or other Sponsor grants policies and procedures.

Not Applicable.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.