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Rutgers University

Business Specialist

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Piscataway, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $68K - $101K

💻 Other

🗓️ July 23rd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Business Specialist for the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology within the School of Arts and Sciences. The role involves providing full life cycle grant support to assigned Principal Investigators, developing budgets, handling account administration, reconciling and closing out accounts, and preparing financial reports and effort certifications.

Highlights
  • Provide pre- and post-award grant support including proposal development, submission, account administration, and effort reporting.
  • Collaborate with management and Principal Investigators to develop budgets and prepare sponsored program proposals.
  • Approve and track expenditures and manage fiscal year and project account close-outs.
  • Analyze data to prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, forecasts, and reports.
  • Assist with expense reimbursements, payroll issues, procurement approvals, and special projects.
  • Requires proficiency in Excel and computer literacy with Windows applications (Word, PowerPoint, email, Acrobat).
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in grants management and accounting principles, plus two years of academic or research environment experience.
  • Preferred experience with Rutgers systems such as RAPSS, Cornerstone, HCM, and SciQuest; advanced Excel skills are advantageous.
  • Salary range between $68,278.48 and $100,509.48, with final offer based on qualifications and funding availability.
  • Position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, retirement plans, and educational benefits.