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Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Post-AwardSPGCAccountDept/Cent
Job Summary:
Join a research‑driven team advancing imaging science at UW–Madison. The Department of Radiology is seeking a Post‑Award Accountant to support the financial management of our growing sponsored research portfolio at the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR). In this role, you will work closely with principal investigators and research staff to manage award budgets, review expenditures, prepare financial reports and invoices, ensure compliance with sponsor and federal regulations, and support accurate modality and radius billing for WIMR Imaging. Your work will directly strengthen the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our research programs.
Our department offers a collaborative environment where administrative professionals play a key role in enabling scientific discovery. Located in Madison—regularly ranked among the best places to live—you’ll find opportunities for professional growth while contributing to impactful research. Join us and help support the financial foundation that drives innovation in imaging.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
It is anticipated that this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location, with only rare on-site meetings as requested by the department.
Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, will be given first consideration, Knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices, Knowledge of financial reporting, invoicing, and billing procedures, Knowledge of enterprise financial systems, Knowledge of Excel and financial analysis tools.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Assists principal investigators with financial management of sponsored program budgets and directs day-to-day fiscal transactions
- Prepares and processes financial reporting and/or invoicing information
- Provides expertise and advice related to procurement and allowable charges
- Reviews financial expenditures for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Radiology, Grants Administration
Join UW Radiology and UW Health—A Legacy of Innovation
The University of Wisconsin Department of Radiology, in partnership with UW Health, has been at the forefront of clinical care, imaging research, and education for nearly a century. Since its inception on May 18, 1927—when Dr. Ernst Pohle was appointed as the first professor of Radiology—the department has grown to more than 160 faculty members across 14 specialized sections, serving as a key pillar of UW Health’s world-class medical enterprise.
What Sets Us Apart
Collaborative Excellence: Strong partnerships with UW Health, Medical Physics, and leading equipment vendors drive continuous advancements in imaging.
Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize state-of-the-art imaging in CT, MR, PET/CT, PET/MR, angiography, ultrasound, PACS, and AI-driven medical imaging.
Robust Research Infrastructure: Dedicated support for grant writing, media specialists, research nurses, technologists, and data managers enhance investigative success.
Premier Imaging Facilities: The WIMR Imaging Sciences Center offers 60,000 square feet of advanced imaging space, including MRI, PET/MRI, PET/CT, CT, ultrasound, angiography, cyclotron, radiopharmaceutical production and comprehensive small animal imaging technologies.
Together, UW Radiology and UW Health are committed to advancing human health through groundbreaking clinical care, pioneering research, and excellence in education. We foster a respectful, adaptive, and accountable environment—one that prioritizes innovation while serving the needs of all patients, including underserved populations.
Visit our official website to learn more about our work and opportunities.
Compensation:
The starting salary for the position is $68,000; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer
Required Qualifications:
Professional experience in accounting, financial management, and/or grants administration.
Experience preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and/or managing budgets.
Experience using enterprise financial systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
· At least 1 year of experience with post-award accounting.
· Experience in an academic, research, and/or healthcare environment.
Education:
Associate’s degree Preferred
How to Apply:
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• Cover letter
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Your cover letter should address how your training and experience align with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes, and a candidate is selected.
University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position, you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
Contact Information:
Amanda Joncas, ajoncas@wisc.edu
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