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Grants and Contracts Manager

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Wed, Aug 12, 2026
This job expires in: 28 days

Job Summary

Managing a portfolio of complex grants and contracts, the full-time remote Grants and Contracts Manager will oversee a team of Grants and Contracts Administrators, ensuring compliance and supporting faculty in both pre-award and post-award activities.

Key responsibilities
  • Advise Principal Investigators on proposal submissions and manage the development of proposal budgets
  • Oversee complex sponsored projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication with faculty regarding financial matters
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing training, performance management, and support for ongoing professional growth
Required qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Three years of relevant grants and contracts administration experience or leadership experience
  • Successful completion of Duke's Research Administration Academy within 12 months of hire
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills
  • Preferred certification as a Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or equivalent research administration education

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