Grant Specialist: Preaward & Compliance Expert (On-site)

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Grant Specialist to manage all preaward research administration, focusing on proposal preparation, budget development, review and certification, and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and university policies.

You will advise faculty and administrators involved in extramural funding, support electronic proposal submissions, and coordinate with sponsors while upholding university policies and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience in grants and contract administration.
• Experience in preaward research administration, proposal preparation, budget development, review and certification.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws and university policies.
• Experience with electronic proposals to Federal agencies or sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of preaward research administration and proposal preparation.
• Develop, review and certify budgets; ensure sponsor and university compliance.
• Consult with faculty/administrators involved in extramural funding; assist with grant/contract development and negotiation.
• Coordinate electronic proposals to Federal agencies and other sponsors.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking a Grant Specialist to manage all preaward research administration, focusing on proposal preparation, budget development, review and certification, and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and university policies.

You will advise faculty and administrators involved in extramural funding, support electronic proposal submissions, and coordinate with sponsors while upholding university policies and deadlines.