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This position is responsible for all Center pre-and post-award activities, including effort reporting and financial analysis and serves as a lead for all research administrative activities in the department regardless if it is Center or department-centric and will provide best practice, in conjunction with others as it relates to best practice. The position will be responsible for SharePoint content, authoring policy and procedures related to departmental and center processes, including deadlines and expectations and serve as a lead in ensuring the deadlines are communicated timely to leadership.
This position will work closely with department leadership to ensure that center research investigators, IRB members and staff, and other appropriate personnel maintain continuing knowledge of, and comply with, relevant ethical principles, relevant federal regulations, OHRP guidance, other applicable guidance, state and local laws, and institutional policies for the protection of human subjects. The position researches issues, analyzes data, prepares reports, makes recommendations, coordinates, meetings, develops presentations, manages department's research budgets and oversees all research operations, grants and projects, and provides expert and comprehensive financial, analytical and administrative oversight and support for research and clinical project operations. The incumbent will also assist with clinical trials and external research for billing analysis and recharges. Serve as a liaison between and among the research team and School of Medicine and provides research support to the Department of Radiology department RA activities during leaves or heavy deadlines. #CA-SB
Apply By Date 9/4/2026 by 11:59pm
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and or a combination of experience, education and/or training required.
• Experience in budget preparation and ability to use budget templates (such as UBT, etc.).
• Experience in financial analyses, forecasting, strategic planning to analyze and compile financial data and reports; budget preparation based on narrative methodological research plans and designs with the skills to control complex budgets.
• Extensive experience using Excel, reporting tools and/or equivalent applications to develop complex spreadsheets and ad hoc reports including the use of pivot tables, and other advance spreadsheet programs/functions.
• Knowledge of federal and private compliance regulations governing grant budgeting, financial reporting, cost-sharing standards, cost allocation, policies regarding use of grant funds, cost allocation methods; federal, state and private grant budgeting guidelines, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of federal circulars A110 and A21, charging practices, and policies regarding submission and management of NIH and other agency protocols and procedures.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to effectively correspond with the public, coworkers, physicians, patients, caregivers, clinic staff, and other health care professionals.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience in but not limited to: Outlook, automated payroll/personnel, accounting and financial systems.
• Proven auditing and analytical problem-solving skills for the identification and resolution of unique and unforeseen problems in a logical, timely, creative manner, documenting actions so information will be available at a future date.
• Knowledge of software programs Photoshop and Acrobat.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) to effectively interact with a diverse population and to research, secure and/or provide information to clarify situations and resolve problems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and abilities to prioritize workload, flexibility to shift priorities to meet deadlines.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex information, assess problems, and develop effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• At least two years of experience performing research administrator duties.
• Experience using University systems such as DaFis/Kuali.
• Knowledge of KFS, UC Data, Aggie Buy, Aggie Travel and Aggie Ship.
• Understanding of coverage analysis forms and standard of care vs. non-standard of care services.

Key Responsibilities

• 45% - Post-Award Grant Management
• 35% - Pre-Award Grant Management
• 10% - Clinical Trials and Rate Management
• 10% - Contracts and Grants Research Administrator Liaison

Department Overview
The Department of Radiology is a large academic and clinical department within the School of Medicine which is responsible for teaching and training of residents, medical students, and clinical fellows, as well as both basic and creative clinical scholarly investigations. Radiology maintains a substantial amount of research, both basic and clinical trials, and provides services for interdepartmental research studies.
POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 2,800 - $4,996.80
• Salary Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Salary Grade: 131
• UC Job Title: RSCH ADM 3 RP
• UC Job Code: 005264
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100 %
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8 hours, day
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (HSP098)
• Union Representation: RP - Research and Public Service Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees .

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life , short/long term disability , pet insurance , legal coverage , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave , Family & Medical Leave , Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Occasional overtime to meet expectations.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
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As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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