Grants & Projects Analyst 2 – College of Engineering

University of Nevada, Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Life insurance and generous leave

RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS)

Professional development support

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Grants & Projects Analyst 2 to support the College of Engineering in managing grant proposals from intake to submission. The role emphasizes compliance with sponsor requirements, budgeting, and coordinating with faculty and Sponsored Projects.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and grant experience, with strong communication and analytical skills to ensure timely, accurate proposals and effective post-award support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two years grants experience or four years grants experience.
• Experience in grant budgeting and compliance monitoring preferred.
• Knowledge of federal grant regulations (Uniform Guidance, NIH, NSF) is a plus.
• ERP systems and financial reporting experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex grant functions and ensure sponsor compliance.
• Oversee proposal intake and submit complete packages through electronic systems.
• Develop and check proposal budgets and sponsor documentation.
• Serve as primary budget contact during planning meetings and coordinate with Sponsored Projects and faculty.
• Provide guidance on sponsor requirements and streamline proposal development.

Skills

Grant regulations knowledge

Pre-/post-award management

ERP systems proficiency

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration or related field

Two years grants experience

Tools

Workday/PeopleSoft/Banner

Excel (pivot tables, vlookups)

Power BI/Tableau

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno is accepting applications for a Grants & Projects Analyst 2 to join the College of Engineering. This position plays a vital role in supporting faculty and staff throughout the grant proposal process. Responsibilities include managing complex grant functions, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor regulations, and maintaining detailed informational and financial records. The analyst oversees proposal intake and faculty communications and leads the submission of complete proposal packages through various electronic systems.

Additional duties include reviewing funding opportunities, developing and checking proposal budgets, and assisting with sponsor-specific documentation. The analyst serves as the primary budget contact during planning meetings and works closely with Sponsored Projects and faculty to ensure smooth coordination.

This role also supports training and outreach by providing guidance to principal investigators, staff, and students on sponsor requirements and grant procedures. The analyst helps streamline proposal development through improved communication strategies and collaborates with college communications staff to promote faculty research. They may also present research data and outcomes to internal and external audiences. This position provides backup support for post-award activities such as processing project extensions, budget modifications, and reviewing monthly reports. Other research-related duties may be assigned as needed. This position is full-time and provides layoff rights.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, accounting, finance or related field and two (2) years of professional grants experience which includes at least two of the following areas: writing grant applications; determining grant/subgrant program eligibility; researching, writing and implementing grant program plans; managing fiscal aspects of grants/subgrants; providing technical assistance to grant/subgrant recipients; and/or monitoring and ensuring grant/subgrant recipient compliance; OR
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and four (4) years of professional grants experience which includes at least two of the areas as described above; OR
• One (1) year of experience as a Grants & Projects Analyst I in Nevada State service; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with one or more of the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• Knowledge of federal grant regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NIH, NSF), post-award processes, and university research administration practices.
• Experience in pre- and post-award grant management, including budget development, financial reporting, and compliance monitoring.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft, Banner), Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups), and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams.

Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade

Grade 35

In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.

To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, PP01.

For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator

The Perks of PERS

Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC

For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit: Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent). For more information, please visit: Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Department Information

Join the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno and become part of a team dedicated to innovation, research, and student success. Our classified staff play an essential role in supporting the college's mission through administrative, technical, and operational excellence.

Nevada Engineering is committed to improving the lives of Nevadans through education, research, and economic development. The college fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace through initiatives that promote professional development, employee engagement, and collaboration across departments.

Classified staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, participation in the Nevada Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), and Grants-in-Aid tuition benefits for courses within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).

As one of the University's 13 colleges and schools, Nevada Engineering is home to nationally recognized research centers and laboratories that support cutting-edge research and industry partnerships. In FY25, the college secured approximately $30 million in research awards.

Student success remains at the heart of everything we do. The college offers 12 degree programs, including new programs in aerospace engineering and industrial engineering, helping prepare the next generation of engineers to meet the needs of Nevada and beyond.

For more information, please visit unr.edu/engineering.

Contact Information

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