Budgets Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Independently analyze and manage the financial lifecycle of clinical research studies to ensure alignment with departmental goals and sponsor requirements.
• Evaluate study budgets for financial feasibility, identify potential risks, and recommend cost recovery strategies.
• Monitor active study budgets, including resource allocation, prioritization, and adjustments based on operational needs.
• Initiate and implement budget amendments in response to protocol changes or financial variances.
• Negotiate subject compensation and reimbursement models in compliance with institutional guidelines.
• Advise Principal Investigators and research leadership on budget management and financial risks.
• Monitor financial performance, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial operations, resolving discrepancies and maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sponsored Projects Administration, and the Clinical Trials Office to support standardized financial practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative within a complex matrix environment.
• Ability to follow complex, detailed technical instructions.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends in emergent situations if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related financial or research administration experience.
• Knowledge of CTMS, Adobe Pro, Velos, and CU Finance Platforms.

About the Company

Columbia University is a world-class research institution dedicated to excellence in education, research, and clinical care. The Department of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center provides cutting-edge surgical care and groundbreaking clinical research.