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Posted July 02, 2026

Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Post award)

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States 15260 Full-Time
Reference: 285610820


Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Post award)

Med-Surgery - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003908)


An excellent opportunity to join the Department of Surgery Research Administration team, this position will be responsible for post-award research administration processes for a multi-million-dollar federal contract. Individuals with a CRA are preferred.


Job Summary

Performs post-award accounting duties for moderately complex grants and contracts. Monitors account activity, performs internal audits, resolves routine issues, and provides policy and procedure interpretation. Prepares routine financial reports and government reports. Recommends operational improvements.


Essential Functions

Performs post award accounting duties and financial analysis for a multi million dollar federal contract. Monthly reporting, budget monitoring and preparation, and processing invoices for subcontractors, consultants and service agreements. Experience in the Panther Express system, Concur system, PERIS/My Funding system, Tableau and Fiscal Panther is preferred. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred.


Physical Effort

Position requires sitting at a computer for long periods of time. Ability to attend on campus meetings when necessary which may require walking around the Oakland campus.



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Grants & Contracts Specialist II (Post-Award)

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Grants & Contracts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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