Research Grants Specialist

Job Summary

To support a major statewide clinical research initiative, the full-time Pre and Post Award Research Grants Specialist will manage and coordinate a portfolio of research-related grants throughout the entire pre- and post-award lifecycle while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Review and coordinate grant proposals for compliance, assist with proposal development, and ensure timely submissions
• Manage award setup, budget monitoring, financial reporting, and compliance with sponsor terms and institutional policies
• Serve as a central point of contact for grant portfolios, coordinating activities across various stakeholders and maintaining project documentation

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, healthcare administration, business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in grants administration or research administration within an academic medical center or similar environment
• Strong understanding of the full research grant lifecycle, including proposal development, budgeting, and compliance
• Experience with grant submission platforms such as Grants.gov and NIH eRA Commons
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint