Senior Grant Administrator – Pre-Award

About the role

The Office of Research Administration at the University of Miami seeks a Senior Grant Administrator (Pre‑Award) to support sponsored research across all campuses. The role involves independent review of completed proposals, negotiation of awards, and ensuring compliance with sponsor and university requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Review, analyze, negotiate, endorse and submit completed proposals and awards, following correct processes and submission requirements.
• Mentor, supervise and train junior grant administration staff.
• Approve and submit agency requests and contribute to system updates.
• Communicate with extramural agencies on proposal and grant matters.
• Provide advice to faculty and staff on sponsor policies, regulations and terms.
• Collaborate with investigators, compliance, IRB, risk management and other university offices to manage projects efficiently.
• Track grant applications and follow up with funding agencies.
• Stay current with professional developments through training and conferences.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Certified Clinical Research Associate (CRA) preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in research administration, including pre‑award proposal development, review and award setup.
• Experience in a university‑based sponsored programs office is preferred.

Required skills

• Grant administration
• Proposal review and negotiation
• Award setup and compliance
• Effective communication with extramural agencies