The RA3 possesses broad job knowledge: analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions; develops direct working relationships with faculty to provide support in the administration of their extramural research funding; uses skills as a seasoned, experienced research administrator to independently assist and/or oversee research proposals, awards, activity, and transactions related to contract and grant management; and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional, state, and federal research sponsor policies. Provides research administration support: prepares Principal Investigator summer salaries in accordance with award budget; prepares no-cost extension requests, re-budget requests, and funding set-up with a new chart of accounts for initial award notices; handles all account cleanup; performs payroll transfers/direct retros, fund changes, and monitors the maintenance of open commitments; and approves award transactions according to grant guidelines and allowability.