Business Service Consultant

Department of Biochemistry

The Department of Biochemistry is seeking a Business Services Consultant to play a vital administrative role in ensuring effective data and financial management and compliance with University and grant funding policies in addition to supporting the departmental business manager in general fiscal and data oversight and policy adherence. This position oversees pre- and post-award grant activities in collaboration with the School of Medicine (SOM), College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR), and the University Office of Sponsored Programs Administration (OSPA). Additionally, the position monitors faculty effort, earnings distribution, and productivity in collaboration with the department's academic Program Coordinator. The role requires independent oversight of grant processes, financial analysis, and strategic reporting to support departmental leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage pre- and post-award grant activities in coordination with SOM, CAFNR, and OSPA.
• Review and maintain all documentation pertaining to faculty grant proposals and awards, anticipate, review, and file initial post-award grant notices and summaries, and ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute monthly financial reports for departmental faculty for regular review of financial projections, budget balances, and expenditures.
• Monitor all grant transactions to ensure compliance and adherence to sponsor award guidelines.
• Calculate faculty and staff appointment splits and effort and submit payroll adjustments.
• Calculate and distribute faculty salary savings and Facilities & Administrative (F&A) return funds.
• Provide financial projections and strategic advisement to the Department chair, manager, and faculty based on University and sponsor regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Niche Professional Interests: Database queries, reporting, and grants administration
Additional Training: University Grants Administration

Salary Range: $53,976 - $69,576 annually
Grade: GGS - 9E
University Title: BUSINESS SVCS CONSULTANT
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In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume and cover letter.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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