Federal Grants Management Pro for Research

Department of Health and Human Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institutes of Health (NIH) invites applications for Grants Management Specialist roles at multiple experience levels. You will support the full award lifecycle from reviewing applications to negotiating awards and monitoring performance, ensuring responsible stewardship of federal funds.

Ideal candidates are analytical, collaborative, and ready to advise on financial and management matters, with opportunities to grow through GS-11/12/13 level duties and complex grant portfolios.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 years of graduate education toward such a degree or LL.M. if related.
• 1 year of specialized experience at GS-09 level or equivalent in federal service or private/public sector.
• Combination of post baccalaureate education and experience may meet 100% of requirements.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate budgets, award periods, and grant terms and conditions.
• Advise applicants and grantees on financial and management matters.
• Administer an assigned portfolio, including priorities and deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures and sound business practices.
• Process grant and agreement applications used to make award decisions.
• Interpret and provide guidance on statutes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to lower-graded staff.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial management

Grants management

Stakeholder negotiation

Staff training

Policy interpretation

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Graduate education 3 years toward degree

LL.M. (related)

Job description

National Institutes of Health (NIH) invites applications for Grants Management Specialist roles at multiple experience levels. You will support the full award lifecycle from reviewing applications to negotiating awards and monitoring performance, ensuring responsible stewardship of federal funds.

Ideal candidates are analytical, collaborative, and ready to advise on financial and management matters, with opportunities to grow through GS-11/12/13 level duties and complex grant portfolios.