Grants Coordinator

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Annual Leave

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a Grants Coordinator to provide administrative support across the full lifecycle of sponsored projects. You will liaise with principal investigators, departmental leadership, central offices, and sponsors to develop proposals, set up awards, monitor activities, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Under the Grants Administrator's direction, you will help manage the portfolio, promote communication, and ensure accurate documentation for audits and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting and financial principles as they relate to sponsored projects.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, administrators, sponsors, and external partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the full lifecycle of sponsored projects.
• Collaborate with principal investigators, departmental leadership, central administrative offices, and external sponsors to facilitate proposal development and submission.
• Coordinate award setup and implementation, monitor project activities, and ensure compliance with sponsor, institutional, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote efficient management of sponsored programs and support transitions from proposal development through award closeout.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Analytical/problem-solving

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook,

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Sponsor guidelines interpretation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Grants Coordinator Department: ASPH Exercise Science Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in‑person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary Under the direction of the Grants Administrator, the Grants Coordinator provides comprehensive administrative and operational support across the full lifecycle of sponsored projects, serving as a critical link between pre‑award and post‑award grant administration. This position collaborates closely with principal investigators, departmental leadership, central administrative offices, and external sponsors to facilitate proposal development and submission, coordinate award setup and implementation, monitor project activities, and ensure compliance with sponsor, institutional, and regulatory requirements. The Grants Coordinator promotes the efficient management of sponsored programs by supporting seamless transitions from proposal development through award closeout, enhancing communication, and contributing to the successful stewardship of the department's research portfolio.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge- Knowledge of basic accounting and financial principles as they relate to sponsored projects. Skills- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, administrators, sponsors, and external partners. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Abilities- Interpret and apply sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and regulatory requirements. - Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive financial and research information. - Work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. - Prioritize competing demands in a fast‑paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines. - Learn and adapt to evolving sponsor requirements, institutional policies, and research administration systems. - Support principal investigators and departmental leadership through proactive communication, planning, and administrative coordination. - Maintain accurate records and documentation that support compliance, audits, and financial accountability.

Additional Comments

Job Close Date09/12/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 12, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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