Grant & Proposal Administrator I

Thecentermemphis; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking a Research Administrator I to support investigators and staff through the full grant and contract proposal submission process in Memphis.

You will manage a diverse portfolio of sponsored awards, apply sponsor guidelines, and collaborate with teams to streamline protocols, templates, and resources for compliant, timely submissions. This role emphasizes attention to detail, customer service, and the ability to juggle competing priorities while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; upcoming graduates welcome.
• Some experience with grants and sponsored program administration preferred.
• Knowledge of NIH/NSF funding guidelines and regulatory requirements a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management of grants and sponsored programs, including budgets and subawards.
• Read, interpret and apply sponsor guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with research teams and sponsors to resolve issues.
• Negotiate terms of sponsored research agreements to align with policies.
• Develop, revise, and finalize project budgets and budget justifications.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

NIH/NSF funding knowledge

Innovative thinker

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is seeking a Research Administrator I to support investigators and staff through the full grant and contract proposal submission process in Memphis.

You will manage a diverse portfolio of sponsored awards, apply sponsor guidelines, and collaborate with teams to streamline protocols, templates, and resources for compliant, timely submissions. This role emphasizes attention to detail, customer service, and the ability to juggle competing priorities while