Grant Specialist (Business Office/Grants Office) (210-2025-39)

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research foundation in Orangeburg, NY, is seeking a full-time Grant Specialist to manage grant applications and contracts. Responsibilities include preparing budgets, managing submissions, and assisting with progress reports. Candidates should have extensive experience with Federal grants and a Bachelor's Degree, along with strong organizational and communication skills. A competitive salary is offered, reflecting the specialized skill set required for this role.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years related experience in an administrative role within a research environment.
• Extensive experience working with Federal grants (NIH, NSF etc.) and associated systems.
• High level of computer literacy, especially with spreadsheets & accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and budget justifications for grants submissions.
• Assist in preparation and submission of annual RPPRs and progress reports.
• Maintain organized electronic files of grant application components.

Skills

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Problem-solving

Mathematical skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

F-TASK

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JOB DESCRIPTIONS:Grants Specialist - Orangeburg, NYThe Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking a full-time Grants Specialist. This individual will be able to work with increasing independence as the position responsibilities are learned.JOB DUTIES:Grants and ContractsPre-Award (50%)Preparing budgets and budget justifications for grants (federal, state, and private foundation) submissions; good math and editing skills needed.Managing receipt of all grant application components (e.g., biosketches, letters of support, subcontracts, science documents).Compiling and formatting applications to meet details of sponsor specifications.Maintaining organized electronic files of grant application components.Effectively communicates with PIs, co-investigators, consultants, grants offices, etc. to ensure review of all components in a timely manner for meeting submission deadlines.Keeping PIs and others divisional staff apprised of updated institutional, PHS, or foundation regulations.Able to work in a team environment for efficient processing of grant applications.Post Award (20%)Assisting PIs in preparation and efficient submission of annual RPPRs (Research Performance Progress Reports) and semiannual progress reports (NARSAD, etc.), "just-in-time" requests, and no cost extensions including budget preparation, collection of "other support" documents, biosketches, etc.Assisting with prime budget setup and processing of subcontracts.Keeping organized electronic files of post award documents.Other Duties (30%)Assist with monthly review of grant accounts.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum:

• Extensive experience working with Federal grants (NIH, NSF etc.) and associated systems (era Commons, Proposal Central, etc.)
• Extensive knowledge of sponsored projects cycle: proposal development, grants management, etc.
• Minimum 5 years related experience in an administrative role within a research environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel required.
• Detail oriented with strong interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to anticipate, solve problems and implement systems that contribute to an efficient working environment.
• High level of computer literacy, especially with spreadsheets & accounting.
• Self-directed and self-reliant
• Must be well-organized and have excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with a wide variety of personalitiesPreferred:
• Previous work experience in grants management.
• Prior experience with specific software such as F-TASK
• Bachelor's DegreeBackground Investigation/Justice Center Review Requirements:Prospective appointees will be: 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment. 2) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.*The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran Employer. VEVRAA 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.Applications will only be accepted through website at: http://corporate.rfmh.org - Click on Employment Opportunities. Applications will be accepted only during the posting dates as listed at the top of the job announcement.Questions regarding this position please email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Research

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