Business Officer 1

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Business Officer 1 to support pre-award and research administration in the School of Medicine. The role manages and administers pre-award activities, reviews proposals, budgets, sponsor guidelines, and ensures compliance.

You will collaborate with OSR, SPA, HR, Finance, and Dean's Office, coordinate deadlines and provide guidance on grant administration while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; excellent MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to establish relationships with staff, officials and faculty; sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Proposal review, budget development, interpretation of sponsor guidelines and regulatory compliance monitoring.
• Advise faculty and staff on grant administration requirements and manage assigned pre-award activities.
• Monitor post-award needs as needed and collaborate with OSR, SPA, HR, Finance and Dean's Office; manage multiple priorities.

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: Med Ad-Deans Office-420104
• Career Area: Other
• Posting Open Date: 09/03/2026
• Application Deadline: 09/17/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
• Working Title: Business Officer 1
• Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
• Position Number: 20078343; 20078390; 20078396; 20078391
• Vacancy ID: NF0010000
• Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
• FTE: 1
• Hours per week: 40
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: Dependent on Qualifications
• Proposed Start Date: 10/05/2026

Position Information

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.

Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.

Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

This position serves within the SPAO Pre-Award Research and Support Office and provides professional research administration services to a portfolio of departments and investigators within the School of Medicine. The position manages and administers pre-award activities for sponsored research projects and applies knowledge of sponsor requirements, University policies, and federal regulations to support compliant proposal development and submission.

Responsibilities include proposal review, budget development, interpretation of sponsor guidelines, regulatory compliance monitoring, and advising faculty and staff on grant administration requirements. The position analyzes funding opportunities, identifies administrative and compliance issues, recommends appropriate solutions, and exercises independent judgment in managing assigned research administration activities.

The position also supports post-award administration activities as needed by providing pre-award specific support, monitors grant-related requirements and deadlines, helps prepare financial and administrative analyses, and collaborates with University offices including OSR, SPA, HR, Finance, the Provost's Office, and the Dean's Office. The role requires knowledge of sponsored research administration, sound decision-making skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

A demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, high-level officials and faculty; operational knowledge and/or familiarity with scientific terminology; excellent command of MS Office Suite; excellent written and oral communication skills, critical thinking and interpersonal skills; considerable experience with office management and administrative practices, techniques and technology; excellent judgment and decision-making ability; proven ability to exercise discretion dealing with top-level, proprietary and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Experience with grants and contracts. Ability to prepare detailed financial reports and budgets in compliance with applicable University policies and procedures and/or sponsoring agencies. Extensive knowledge of university financial accounting, HR and administrative systems. Knowledge of NIH, NSF, DOD, and other awarding agency regulations and requirements, as well as RAMSeS, Connect Carolina, eRA Commons and other related systems. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324869

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Alyssa Boschetti - HR Consultant

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.