Grants Manager

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Grants Manager in North Carolina to oversee the full life cycle of research grants within the Department of Health Behavior.

The role acts as a primary contact for grant agencies, ensuring compliance with sponsors' terms and university policies, and coordinating budgets and awards.

Qualifications

• Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience

Responsibilities

• Provide full award life cycle management for grants.
• Interpret rules, regulations, and procedures for contracts and grants.

Skills

Grant applications

Budget types

Problem solving

Communication

Customer service

Decision making

Education

Masters

Bachelors

0-2 years experience

Job description

Department:

Health Behavior-464001

Career Area :

Accounting/Finance/Auditing

Posting Open Date:

09/03/2026

Application Deadline:

10/31/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Grants Manager

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20075669

Vacancy ID:

NF0009998

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$61,000- $71,000

Proposed Start Date:

10/19/2026

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Health Behavior is one of seven departments in the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina. Founded in 1943, the Department develops, and disseminates knowledge and interventions that promotes the health of individuals and communities. The Department’s 25 faculty members have backgrounds in behavioral science, health education, international health, social and cognitive psychology, medicine, medical sociology, and communications, and are united by their commitment to the disciplines of public health together with the social and behavioral sciences.

Position Summary:

This position provides full award life cycle administrative management for grants activity associated with research in the Department of Health Behavior. This position serves as one of the Department’s two contacts for a variety of granting agencies. Both grant managers are assigned a split of the current faculty research portfolios within the department. This includes ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies. Work performed by the Grants Managers requires a thorough understanding of the types of proposals and mechanisms used by various agencies as well as the terms and conditions of each request for proposal. This knowledge is necessary to interpret rules, regulations, and procedures as well to plan and direct contracts and grants administration for the department of Health Behavior.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Entry-level with Masters; or Bachelors and 0-2 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience with grant applications and preparation of various budget types. The incumbent must possess superior problem solving, decision making, communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

The department prefers candidates with 1-3 years in a pre-award role or position with NIH submission experience

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.