Manager, MLPS Research Services
College of Letters & Science
Summary of Job Details
The Division of Mathematical, Life, and Physical Sciences (MLPS) Research Services Manager oversees all aspects of contract & grant administration for the MLPS Research Services team. Areas supported include all departments within MLPS. The position oversees analytical, financial and training activities in support of contract and grant proposals and budget development and award administration. Activities include pre-award proposal initiatives, management of funds post-award, and closeout activities for federal, state, local and private sponsors. Provides post-award financial management services for an assigned group of faculty. Provides oversight of team processes and workflow, develops and maintains a thorough training program, and oversees a rigorous quality control program. The position ensures post-award financial management services are compliant with all relevant regulations and serves as the internal first-line contact for compliance issues. Responsible for writing standard operating procedures and ensuring that activities are compliant with all policies and procedures. Supervises all Pre-Award Research Administrators and Research Finance Analysts in the division.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
5+ years experience in financial management, operations management, strategic planning and building strong relationships within a large complex organization.
3+ years direct administration of extramural funds, especially federal contract and grants, preferably in an academic setting.
3+ years experience interfacing with a broad range of constituents, including staff, faculty and administrators.
3+ years experience producing complex financial reports and providing analytical summaries.
3+ years experience with research proposal submission, funding agency requirements, processes and regulations.
3+ years supervisory or management experience.
Special Conditions of Employment
Satisfactory conviction history background check
UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.
Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Application review begins 6/18/25
Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu
Job #78706
