Department Summary
The Computer Science Department strives for excellence in creating, applying, and imparting knowledge in computer science and engineering through comprehensive educational programs, research in collaboration with industry and government, dissemination through scholarly publications, and service to professional societies, the community, the state, and the nation.
Position Summary
During the period of initial training which could last up to 6 months, the position is fully onsite. After training has been successfully completed, the position will be eligible for a hybrid schedule based on business needs.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
Fund management/contracts/grants experience (Required)
1. Demonstrate or acquire knowledge of DARPA, NSF, and other government agency contracting procedures, including proposal preparation and submission, contract reporting and contract cost collection. (Required)
2. The ability for financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and administration for contracts; Proficiency in use of computer programs/tools related to financial budgeting and projection, such as Excel. (Required)
3. Demonstrated skills in technical writing and editing. Use of appropriate text processing applications. (Required)
4. Knowledge of basic accounting principles, and specifically, UCLA's general ledger and contracting accounting systems. Also skill in using university online systems such as BruinBuy Plus and Concur Travel Express. (Preferred)
5. Good communication skills to interact professionally with government and industrial sponsors, faculty, research team members, departmental staff, graduate students and various university entities. (Preferred)
6. Skill in analyzing information, defining problems or objectives, identifying relevant concerns, formulating conclusions, and proposing alternatives and solutions. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications, & Professional Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience/training (Required)
Special Conditions of Employment
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Complete Position Description
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