Contracts and Grants Coordinator

UNC-Chapel Hill; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking a Contracts and Grants Coordinator in Chapel Hill, NC. The role supports pre-award and post-award grant activities within the College of Arts & Sciences, offering a hybrid work arrangement where available under UNC System policy.

The coordinator will assist in preparing grant proposals, developing budgets, submitting applications, ensuring sponsor and university compliance, and managing post-award financial activity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of related experience or equivalent.
• Experience with pre- and post-award processes and sponsors.
• Strong Excel skills with formulas and forecasting.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate grant proposal submissions
• Assist with budget development and compliance reviews
• Prepare and submit proposals in sponsor/university systems
• Monitor, track, and report on awarded grants
• Collaborate with post-award staff to address issues and ensure compliance
• Provide guidance to faculty and staff on funding rules and processes

Skills

Pre- and post-award processes

Forecasting

Budget development

Independent work

Communication and customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The College’s Business Operations Office supports financial and HR functions for most departments. This role falls within the Accounting Division, which manages post-award support for smaller departments and centers, and offers consultative expertise across the College.

Position Summary

This Contracts and Grants Coordinator position supports pre-award and post-award grant activities for departments within the College of Arts & Sciences at UNC Chapel Hill. A hybrid work arrangement may be available in line with UNC System policy.
The Coordinator will assist in preparing grant proposals, developing budgets, submitting applications, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university requirements, and managing post-award financial activity. The role provides vital support to faculty and staff in navigating complex grant policies and systems and contributes to maintaining strong fiscal oversight within the College.
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support grant proposal submissions
• Assist with budget development and compliance reviews
• Prepare and submit proposals in sponsor/university systems
• Monitor, track, and report on awarded grants
• Collaborate with post-award staff to address issues and ensure compliance
• Provide guidance to faculty/staff on funding rules and processes

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience with pre- and post-award processes and various funding sponsors
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas and forecasting
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

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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.

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• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

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