Principal Associate (Sponsored Research Specilist)
 University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health | |||||||||||||||
 United States, California, San Francisco | |||||||||||||||
 Mar 12, 2026 | |||||||||||||||
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Principal Associate (Sponsored Research Specilist) Audit Campus Full Time 88487BR Job Summary Under the general direction of Audit and Advisory Services management, the Principal Associate is responsible for leading and executing audits of sponsored research activities to ensure compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and institutional requirements. This role evaluates internal controls, financial and operational processes, and regulatory compliance related to externally funded research awards. The Principal Associate serves as a subject matter expert on sponsored programs and provides consultative guidance to research administration, principal investigators (PIs), and institutional leadership. This position requires deep knowledge of federal regulations governing sponsored research, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex compliance matters clearly and effectively. The Principal Associate is expected to exercise individual judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for developing audit conclusions. Normally receives high level oversight on audit assignments with general instruction provided on new or more complex audit work.The Principal Associate provides functional advice, training and/ or guidance to less-experienced audit professionals. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $115,900 - $173,800 (Annual Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description UCSF Audit & Advisory Services (A&AS) provides independent, objective assurance and advice that provides value added services toward reducing risk and improving operations. These critical activities contribute significantly to the ability of UCSF to achieve its organizational objectives and mission of advancing health worldwide. Services provided include assurance/compliance audits, advisory/consulting projects, and investigative reviews. The scope of A&AS encompasses activities within the UCSF Healthcare Enterprise; Professional Schools, Institutes and Centers, and related academic units of the UCSF Campus; and Finance and Administrative Services. Additionally, A&AS coordinates the activities of visiting external auditors; provides special studies and assessments as requested by management; and assists, as requested, the University's external financial auditors, in performing the annual examination of the financial statements. Required Qualifications Advanced knowledge of the audit profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional auditing standards. Broad and thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, business and systems operations. Skills to determine and apply appropriate policies and practices in the completion of audit assignments. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work independently with all levels of University personnel, including management and faculty, and to facilitate agreement on issues and corrective actions. May require specialized expertise in enterprise software and relational databases.
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About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Organization Campus Job Code and Payroll Title 005973 AUDIT PROFL 4 Job Category Administrative Support Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Work Style Fully On-Site Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details Monday - Friday; 8am to 5pm | |||||||||||||||