Hybrid Grants & Contracts Specialist

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays and generous time off

Low-cost medical and dental plans

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks a Grants/Contracts Professional 2 to support grant and research activities in the Department of Surgery. This hybrid position involves managing research grants, liaising with faculty, and ensuring compliance with university and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS, strong organizational skills, and experience with grant management systems. Excellent benefits, including remote work options and professional development opportunities, are provided.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant professional experience or a combination of six years of education and work experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated independence and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple multi-year awards from notification to closeout.
• Prepare administrative portions of proposals and progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)

Education

BA/BS or equivalent work experience

Tools

eRA Commons

NIH RePORTER

MN-GEMS

Job description

The University of Minnesota seeks a Grants/Contracts Professional 2 to support grant and research activities in the Department of Surgery. This hybrid position involves managing research grants, liaising with faculty, and ensuring compliance with university and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a BA/BS, strong organizational skills, and experience with grant management systems. Excellent benefits, including remote work options and professional development opportunities, are provided.