Grants and Contracts Administrator

Job Summary

To support the School of Medicine, the full-time remote Grants and Contracts Administrator will manage pre-award and post-award activities for a portfolio of complex grants and contracts, ensuring compliance with agency and university guidelines while assisting faculty and principal investigators in proposal development and budget management.

Key responsibilities

• Assist faculty in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals, ensuring compliance with guidelines and deadlines
• Manage assigned projects and financial portfolios, providing budget reconciliation and advising on necessary adjustments to meet sponsor requirements
• Develop project management plans and ensure proper tracking of sponsor payments in accordance with institutional policies

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Preferred experience in pre-award and post-award grant management
• Successful completion of the Research Administration Academy Onboarding Training within the first 90 days
• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations related to research grants and contracts
• Certification as a Research Administrator is a plus