Post-Award Grant Administrator

About the role

The Post-Award Grant Administrator assists faculty with the financial and compliance management of externally funded awards, serving as a liaison between investigators and university offices. The role supports researchers in the Biochemistry and Neuroscience departments of the Medical Center, ensuring accurate award administration and close‑out.

Key responsibilities

• Review and reconcile expenses on Center Status Reports to ensure they are allowable, allocable, reasonable, documented and within budget.
• Validate salary distributions and fringe benefits against effort levels and sponsor requirements.
• Monitor key personnel commitments, calculate indirect cost recovery, and process corrections within required timeframes.
• Prepare and submit Financial Status Report worksheets accurately and on schedule.
• Oversee timely review and payment of sub‑recipient invoices.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of progressive experience in university or nonprofit grants management.
• Knowledge of NIH funding mechanisms (R01, P01, P30, T32) and foundation proposals.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask in a high‑volume environment and work under pressure.
• Strong financial accounting background, including account reconciliation and programmatic reporting.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Workday or similar financial management systems.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plans and tuition assistance.
• Work‑life balance benefits and employee discounts.
• Voluntary insurance options.