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We are looking to hire a motivated RESEARCH GRANT ADMINISTRATOR to join our passionate team at American Academy of Neurology in Minneapolis, MN.
Growing your career as a Full Time RESEARCH GRANT ADMINISTRATOR is a terrific opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, project management and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of RESEARCH GRANT ADMINISTRATOR at American Academy of Neurology today!

Great People. Great Mission. Great Benefits. Surround yourself with fun, energetic, and hard-working professionals who are dedicated to helping neurologists worldwide provide the best possible care for their patients. The AAN's headquarters, built in 2012, is a beautiful, energy-efficient office in downtown Minneapolis's vibrant Mill District, just steps from the light rail, major bus lines, great parking options, walking/biking paths, and countless dining and entertainment options.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Research Grant Administrator implements all elements of the AAN Research Program annual cycle. This includes the application and selection process for the upcoming year as well as support of active grants. This role strives for continuous improvement in advancing the research program's effective research grantmaking with a thorough understanding of processes, systems, evaluation, and technology. The position also assists with program implementation that supports researchers at all levels of their careers. Primarily, the position implements grantmaking to early career researchers in basic, translational, and clinical research. Customer service and upholding AAN's vision is imperative.
ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Research Program Grant Administration – External
• With oversight from supervisor, the Research Program Subcommittee and input from the AAN legal and finance department, consults with researchers and academic institutions regarding specific grant proposals to ensure that the proposal meets guidelines and/or initiative requirements 
• Administers the Requests for Applications (RFAs) process in collaboration with funding partners 
• Manages the lifecycle of grant recipient and funding partner agreements 
• Administers the grant management software for each yearly cycle depending on needs or changes 
• Responsible for contract closeout actions in a timely manner including facilitating no cost extensions, return of funds 
• Ensures quality and timeliness of all aspects of the grants process and management.
• Drives ongoing communication and contract negotiation with pre and post award personnel at academic institutions receiving AAN funding
• Oversees the review process through recruiting and overseeing volunteer reviewers which represent a wide variety of neurological disease states and disorders. This process will ensure a peer reviewed ranking and evaluation process relative to criteria 
• Produces concise, timely data reports for the Science Committee, Research Program Subcommittee and the American Brain Foundation as needed.
• Evaluates the research program process from the perspective of applicants, reviewers, and funding partners. Responds with solutions to provide a high level of satisfaction on behalf of those that interact with the research program.

Research Program Grant Administration – Internal
• Collects, monitors, and analyzes data to demonstrate ROI measures of the Research Program 
• Develops and works within the annual Research Program budget 
• Works closely with finance team in managing needs at all levels of individual grant cycles
• Administers the grant management system and other systems which support the Research Program. This includes addressing system needs, training, and vendor communication
• Maintains Research Program website content 
• Provides data and input to marketing department
• Works closely with American Brain Foundation at multiple levels of the research cycle including partner funded RFAs, partner reviewers, grant contracts, interim reports, and final reports

Staff Liaison
• Staff liaison for the Research Program Subcommittee collaborating on agenda development, project oversight, conference calls, meeting logistics and communications

Administration 
Support the needs of the Clinical Research Subcommittee and the Research Program Subcommittee as they arise
• Assists with program implementation that supports research throughout the year including the AAN Annual Meeting. Specific to the Research Program, lead planning process and implementation of the Research Breakfast and Research Alumni Event at the AAN Annual Meeting.
• Supports the Futures in Neurologic Research Scholarship, Resident Research Scholarship, and Medical Student Research Scholarship in the grant management system as needed
• Assists with Education Research Grant process as needed

This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
• Associate of Arts/Vocational/Technical Degree in business, administration, communication, or related area of study is required

Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an educational, business, or professional setting, including project management, planning and implementing programs. 

Equivalent combination of education and experience beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for qualification requirements.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully with others to get the job done; helps and supports work across departments; seeks out and listens to other opinions; builds and maintains strong working relationships is required
• Strong communication skills are required
• Anticipates needed actions; plans and follows through with minimal direction; dependable and focused on getting things done to achieve goals is required
• Participates with a cooperative spirit and mutual respect; resolves interpersonal conflict constructively; appreciates and promotes the value of diverse points of view' shares time, energy and knowledge with team members for mutual benefit and success is required
• Strong organization skills and project management ability, ability to juggle multiple projects is required
• Strong problem-solving skills are required
• Ability to work on project under only general supervision is required 
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION: FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel required – approximately 5%. Ability to legally travel outside of the United States, particularly but not limited to Canada.
Location: Minneapolis, MN and is identified as hybrid (required to work in the office with the ability to work remotely part of the week)
Schedule: Occasional evenings and weekends required
Physical Requirements: Standard office setting, with ability to sit for long periods of time, occasional use of stairs; regular use of computer and office equipment, lifting up to 10 lbs. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Vaccination Requirements: COVID vaccine is required due to essential functions of this role. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disability related or religious reasons can be discussed post offer of employment.
Great Benefits If our great people, great mission, and great location weren't enough, we offer great benefits that work as hard for you as you do for us.
• Twenty-two days of paid personal time off (PTO) in the first year
• Thirteen paid holidays per year in addition to PTO
• Ten bereavement days for an immediate family member, five days for other family members
• $250 one-time telework allowance
• Company contribution equal to 10.5 percent of salary to AAN employee 401K retirement savings account
• Medical insurance (Both Traditional PPO and HDHP with HSA contribution)
• Dental insurance (free employee coverage)
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance—premiums covered 100 percent by the AAN
• Long-term disability insurance fully funded—covered 100 percent by the AAN
• Short-term disability insurance fully funded—covered 100 percent by the AAN
• Paid Parental and Paid Family Care Leave
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance options
• ID theft protection
• Travel insurance
• Flexible spending plan
• Computer loan purchase plan
• Parking subsidy
• Wellness offerings (mindfulness courses, yoga classes, walking/running club)
• On-site workout facility

The American Academy of Neurology is an equal opportunity employer.

American Academy of Neurology
201 Chicago Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Benefits of working as a RESEARCH GRANT ADMINISTRATOR in Minneapolis, MN:
? Excellent benefits
? Opportunities to grow
? Competitive salary