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The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center has an opportunity for a Grants Associate (hybrid) position to join the Accounting & Finance Department to assist in providing accounting and compliance support starting March 1, 2023. This position reports to the Sponsored Research Compliance Manager.

Primary responsibilities:

• Review sponsored research proposal budgets (including revisions)
• Populate proposal budgets in grant management system
• Graduate student agreement (and amendment) drafting and accounting
• Serve as backup for Sponsored Research Analyst (monthly IDC calculation and recording, deferred revenue, etc.)
• Serve as backup for Sponsored Research Accountant (monthly invoicing)
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Solid computer knowledge with proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint & Excel) and Outlook is required. Experience with InfoEd Grant Management Software is a bonus.
• Must possess the ability to work independently and the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities while demonstrating professionalism and respect
• Actively contribute to a positive work environment
• The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and share knowledge and will possess a strong service commitment.
• Demonstrates initiative and have a documented record of punctuality and dependability
• Outstanding organizations, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent command of the English language and be comfortable with scientific terminology
• Live the Danforth Center values: Collaboration, Diversity & Inclusion, Innovation, Integrity & Respect, Environmental Sustainability, and Stewardship

Qualifications:

• Possess an associates degree (bachelors degree preferred) and minimum 5 years of experience. Experience in grant submission, regulations and compliance is preferred.

Submission:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three references including names/contact information

About the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

Founded in 1998, The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is an independent, non-profit organization with a mission to improve the human condition through plant science. Our focus is scientific research at the nexus of food, energy and the environment to improve the productivity and sustainability of agriculture. We assemble interactive teams of scientists and develop unique platforms to discover underlying principles about how plants work. We then convert that knowledge into useful crops and products, and partner with organizations that are best positioned to solve problems where they exist around the world. The Center’s work is funded through competitive grants from many sources, including the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Energy, National Science Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is proudly an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions at the Danforth Center are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It is our policy that the Danforth Center does not discriminate in employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin and status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities. As a federal contractor, the Danforth Center is required to comply with the 2021 Executive Order mandating full vaccination status of employees by December 8, 2021 unless the employee is legally entitled to an accommodation due to physical disability or sincerely held religious belief. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this web site, please contact Human Resources for further assistance.

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About Donald Danforth Plant Science Center

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in St. Louis, Missouri is a not-for-profit research institute. Scientists at the Center are engaged in research that strives to enhance the nutritional content of plants, increase agricultural production to create a sustainable food supply, reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizer, develop new and sustainable biofuels, and generate scientific ideas and technologies that will contribute to the economic growth of the St. Louis region. The Danforth Center currently employs nearly 200 individuals. Of these, two-thirds are scientists / scientific staff and approximately 90 hold PhDs. The Danforth Center has a strong international presence and commitment. Scientists from more than 20 different countries work at the Danforth Center and the Center has developed collaborations with educational and research institutes in Africa, China and India.

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