Grants Program Manager Research Post Award

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is looking for a Grants Program Manager in Phoenix, AZ to lead the design, implementation, and tracking of grant activities. You will manage grant projects, ensuring efficiency and compliance throughout the grant lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in grant management, organizational oversight, and outstanding problem-solving skills. This role offers competitive pay, ranging from $39.18 to $58.28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Five years relevant research grants experience.
• Experience in grants management, negotiation, and research compliance.
• Knowledge of grant management principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of grant activities.
• Manage submission process and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate tracking of grant expenditures.

Skills

Grant management

Problem-solving

Budgetary oversight

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Master's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

As our Grants Program Manager, you will lead the design, implementation, and tracking of grant activities, assisting funders in achieving public health initiatives. You will identify and implement significant operating efficiencies for optimal grant fund utilization, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team for program referrals.

Every day you will manage grant projects, focusing on improving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality of operations through project work, consultation, training, and reporting. Your expertise will be vital in navigating the complexities of grant program management.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a broad understanding of grant management principles, including organizational management, outcome measurement, and budgetary oversight, coupled with outstanding problem‑solving skills and a strong background in managing complex projects within tight deadlines. You will also serve as the resident expert in your grant program, continuously updating your knowledge through education and networking.

The Grants Program Manager is responsible for the comprehensive administration and oversight of all research grant‑related activities within the organization. This includes the development and submission of competitive grant applications, management of awarded grants, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines, and providing support and guidance to investigators throughout the grant lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with investigators to identify potential funding opportunities aligning with organizational research priorities.
• Develop proposal budgets and complete cost analysis to determine financial feasibility of research grant proposals.
• Ensure research grant adherence to all funder guidelines and requirements.
• Facilitate and obtain all necessary institutional approvals prior to submission.
• Conduct thorough reviews of grant applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance before submission.
• Manage the submission process, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all required documents.
• Negotiate with funding agencies to address any questions or concerns regarding applications.
• Manage awarded grants, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions of the grant agreement.
• Draft and finalize all research grant‑related interagency agreements, cooperative agreements, and subaward agreements.
• Coordinate tracking grant expenditures and support the preparation of financial reports to funders and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of all grant‑related activities.

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination.
• Five (5) years relevant research grants experience.
• Experience in the area of grants management, grants negotiation, and research compliance.

Preferred

• Master's Degree or equivalent combination.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience.
• Experience with Workday financial management systems.

Location

Phoenix, AZ (Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, 571‑bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy.)

Pay Range

$39.18 - $58.28 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.