Grants & Research Programs Coordinator

Gannon University; Pepper Pike (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannon University in Pepper Pike, OH seeks a Coordinator for Grants, Sponsored Programs, and Research to support the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research. The role assists in securing external funding, educating the university community about grant procedures, and coordinating proposals.

Responsibilities include monitoring funding opportunities, preparing and submitting sponsor forms, providing grant training, maintaining grant portals and records, and guiding post‑award reporting while

Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal, proofreading and organizational skills.
• Ability to read written instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to enter data into records, logs and websites with accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and seek direction as needed.
• Ability to research and compile qualitative and quantitative data.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects.
• Ability to work with a supervisor and divisional team across multiple campuses.

Responsibilities

• Monitor government and foundation websites for funding opportunities and create solicitation summaries.
• Collaborate with Ursuline College Campus leadership, faculty and staff on proposals.
• Prepare and submit sponsor forms and lead proposal submissions to ensure a complete package.
• Provide grant education and training for faculty/staff.
• Maintain grant portals and institutional documents.
• Develop and maintain a grant and report calendar.
• Provide guidance to ensure post‑award reporting requirements are met.
• Make decisions in the absence of the Director.
• Manage office operations and portal site.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Proofreading

Organizational skills

Data entry

Project management

Independent work

Cross-campus collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Higher education experience

Job description

Gannon University in Pepper Pike, OH seeks a Coordinator for Grants, Sponsored Programs, and Research to support the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research. The role assists in securing external funding, educating the university community about grant procedures, and coordinating proposals.

Responsibilities include monitoring funding opportunities, preparing and submitting sponsor forms, providing grant training, maintaining grant portals and records, and guiding post‑award reporting while