Grants & Projects Analyst II: Research Administration

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Fitness center

Mountain EAP

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Grants & Projects Analyst II to support the College of Engineering in managing grant functions, budgets, and sponsor compliance. The role coordinates proposal intake and faculty communications, ensuring timely and complete submissions.

Responsibilities include reviewing opportunities, developing budgets, and providing guidance on sponsor requirements. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development and a focus on research

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years grants experience with emphasis on grant writing, eligibility, and compliance.
• Experience meeting sponsor requirements and coordinating with Sponsored Projects and faculty.
• One year as Grants & Projects Analyst I or equivalent experience in Nevada state service.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex grant functions and ensure compliance with university and sponsor regulations.
• Oversee proposal intake and faculty communications; lead submission of complete proposal packages.
• Review funding opportunities, develop/check proposal budgets, and assist with sponsor documentation.
• Serve as primary budget contact during planning meetings; support post-award activities.

Skills

Grant writing

Budget management

Financial reporting

Compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, accounting, finance or related field

High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years grants experience

NEVADA state service Grants & Projects Analyst I experience (1 year)

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Workday

PeopleSoft

Banner

Excel

Power BI/Tableau

Job description

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Grants & Projects Analyst II to support the College of Engineering in managing grant functions, budgets, and sponsor compliance. The role coordinates proposal intake and faculty communications, ensuring timely and complete submissions.

Responsibilities include reviewing opportunities, developing budgets, and providing guidance on sponsor requirements. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development and a focus on research