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Posting Information

Department HR UTS Partnership

Career Area Accounting/Finance/Auditing

Posting Open Date 08/19/2024

Application Deadline 09/02/2024

Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title UTS - Temporary Business Officer/Contract Manager

Position Number

Vacancy ID S023766

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week

Work Schedule

40 hours/week; hybrid schedule

Position Location

Hiring Range Up to $35.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date 08/12/2024

Estimated Duration of Appointment 3 months or less

Position Information

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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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

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Position Summary

UNC Institute for Trauma Recovery within the Department of Psychiatry seeks to advance understanding of trauma recovery and develop interventions that improve recovery. The foundation of our past and current success is our fantastic team of faculty and staff. Our team believes that achieving new discoveries for trauma survivors around the globe, via the conduct of observational studies and randomized controlled trials, is an extremely meaningful and satisfying way to spend one’s professional life. We work to place the trauma survivor at the center of all of our decisions and to serve them through our work. We continuously work to create a community where our team members serve trauma survivors and actualize their career growth and individual leadership potential.

The Business Officer will work under the direction of the Institute Director and Institute Managing Director, completing institute and grant administrative duties related to ongoing research trials at The Institute for Trauma Recovery.

This position will develop research study budgets, provide financial support to the Institute’s clinical trials team, and create overall institute budgets and projections. In addition, this position will monitor institute and study expenditures, manage expense tracking and reconciliation, assist in the budget planning and preparation of grant submissions, and regularly provide research financial reports to the Director and Managing Director. The Business Officer will work to organize, execute, and monitor the implementation of new and existing clinical trials and institute budget tracking procedures.

The ideal candidate will have experience independently creating and managing multi-million dollar budgets. Creating and maintaining tracking systems for research grant effort.

The Business Officer will work to organize, execute, and monitor the implementation of new and existing clinical trials and institute budget tracking procedures. The primary purpose of this position is to provide management of technical assistance for and administrative guidance in the preparation and processing of complex research grants and contract proposals and for their procurement, reporting, and administrative management when awarded.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Outlook, and internet browsers

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with accounting practices, budgeting, and bookkeeping processes and procedures
• Accounting expertise and knowledge of accounting principles and practices is essential to be successful in this position
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to identify needs and develop and implement improvements with evaluation expertise
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving and researching skills
• Ability to clearly, concisely, professionally, and effectively communicate in writing and verbally with staff, faculty, and individuals in other organizations.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

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Special Physical/Mental Requirements

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Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Special Instructions

UNC -Chapel Hill And NC State University Are Collaborating To Extend NC State’s Internal Temporary Staffing Function As a Shared Service For Both Institutions. Under This Partnership, UTS Provides Exclusive Temporary Staffing Services To UNC -Chapel Hill And NC State, Employing Candidates To Work As Temporary Employees In a Variety Of Jobs On Both Campuses. If You Are Interested In Applying To This Position Please Click On The Following Link

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/205471

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/285128

Temporary Employment Policies

http://hr.unc.edu/policies-procedures-systems/spa-employee-policies/temporary-employment/relevant-policy-information-for-temporary-employees/

Posting Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.