Grants Manager — Research Finance & Compliance Lead

3M HEALTHCARE; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 64,500 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania seeks a Grants Manager A/B to oversee proposal development, including budget and pre‑award activities, and to manage post‑award tasks such as account setup, expenditure review, subcontract management, and invoice processing for a diverse portfolio.

The role includes ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and OMB Uniform Guidance, coordinating with payroll, auditors, and investigators, and contributing to annual budget submissions and project-wide financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 3–5 years of experience required.
• Knowledge of pre-award and post-award grant processes preferred.
• Experience with budget tracking and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-award financial administration support for investigators.
• Monitor grant expenditures for compliance and take corrective actions.
• Produce specialized financial reports for investigators.
• Collaborate with payroll, purchasing and accounts payable on grant expenses.

Skills

Budget management

Grants administration

Financial analysis

Pre-award & post-award

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania seeks a Grants Manager A/B to oversee proposal development, including budget and pre‑award activities, and to manage post‑award tasks such as account setup, expenditure review, subcontract management, and invoice processing for a diverse portfolio.

The role includes ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines and OMB Uniform Guidance, coordinating with payroll, auditors, and investigators, and contributing to annual budget submissions and project-wide financial