Grants Coordinator: Drive Research Pre-Award Success

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University is seeking a Grants Coordinator I to support faculty in the submission and pre-award administration of grants and contracts in the Department of Medicine. The role requires building expertise in pre-award processes, collaborating with PIs and SPA, and ensuring timely, compliant submissions.

Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, a customer-service mindset, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment while complying

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and ability to collaborate across diverse constituencies.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven, multi-tasking environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist PIs in preparing, reviewing, and submitting compliant proposals for federal, state, and foundation funding.
• Develop grant budgets and justifications; coordinate with collaborators and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of biosketches and submission materials.
• Track application status and manage timelines for Just-In-Time and progress reports.
• Ensure documentation is complete and templates are standardized.
• Stay current on institutional policies and required trainings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Columbia University is seeking a Grants Coordinator I to support faculty in the submission and pre-award administration of grants and contracts in the Department of Medicine. The role requires building expertise in pre-award processes, collaborating with PIs and SPA, and ensuring timely, compliant submissions.

Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, a customer-service mindset, and the ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment while complying