Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)

Pittsburgh, PA

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Type: Direct-Hire

Experience: 3

Category: Scientific & Clinical

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Brand: Joulé

Job ID: 375529

Date Posted: 07/09/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/Wt8lam


Job Title: Grants & Contracts Specialist IV (Pre & Post-Award)
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid Preferred, Remote candidates will be considered)
Type: Direct Hire

Overview
The incumbent will perform pre- and post-award accounting duties for very complex clinical research grants and contracts. Prepares, negotiates, and monitors very complex grants, contracts, subcontracts, and budgets. Prepares complex government applications and reports and interprets policy and procedure. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, processes budget modifications, analyzes financials, and reviews routine reports. Develops and implements accounting techniques and procedures for operational improvements and assists with managing special projects and preparing operating budgets.


Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit proposals, subawards, etc. for various federal and non-federal sponsors
  • Perform award set up for new awards and ensure compliance with sponsor and university regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Perform post-award accounting duties for complex grants and contracts; prepare and submit invoices, re-budgets projects, and set up sub-awards and contracted services agreements; coordinate the purchasing of supplies and equipment
  • Monitor account activity, including expenditures, cost transfers, adjustments, reconciliations, and other related transactions; perform internal audits and resolve complex issues
  • Ensure accuracy and adherence to budgets, sponsor terms, federal regulations, policies, and procedures; provide policy and procedure interpretation
  • Prepare complex reports to federal and sponsoring agencies; analyze financial documentation and review routine reports
  • Submit account closing memos for Sponsored Research Accounting
  • Facilitate data use, material transfer, and other agreements for faculty
Requirements
  • 3 or more years of Pre and Post award experience in clinical research
  • Experience managing budgets and finances


System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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