Director, Grants & Academic Research Leadership

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University is seeking a Director for the Office of Sponsored Programs and Academic Research to lead the grant lifecycle, including pre‑award and post‑award management, compliance, and regulatory oversight. The role calls for strategic leadership and collaboration with faculty investigators and campus partners.

You will oversee budgets, subawards, reporting, and sponsor communications, build relationships with funders, and drive ethical financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; preference for CRA or similar certification (preferred).
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in grant administration or related roles.
• Experience coordinating pre‑award and post‑award grant activities, proposals, and sponsor reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full grant lifecycle from pre‑award to post‑award activities, ensuring compliance.
• Cultivate relationships with principal investigators, project directors, sponsors, and funders.
• Coordinate with finance, accounts payable, and foundation offices for award administration.
• Monitor timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements to ensure timely submissions.
• Provide training and guidance on grant policies, compliance, and procedures.

Skills

Grant administration

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Colorado Mesa University is seeking a Director for the Office of Sponsored Programs and Academic Research to lead the grant lifecycle, including pre‑award and post‑award management, compliance, and regulatory oversight. The role calls for strategic leadership and collaboration with faculty investigators and campus partners.

You will oversee budgets, subawards, reporting, and sponsor communications, build relationships with funders, and drive ethical financial stewardship.