Neuroscience Grants & Contracts Specialist

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

HSA contributions

FSAs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Paid time off

EAP

Job summary

Indiana University in Indianapolis seeks a Contracts and Grants Specialist within the Neuroscience Research Administration. The role supports pre- and post-award grants management for neurology-related departments and institutes.

You will handle financial monitoring, reporting, and compliance across a substantial portfolio of sponsored projects. The position emphasizes collaboration with investigators, adherence to sponsor terms, and accurate, timely administration in a fast-paced university

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree (preferably in a related field).
• Required 2 years of relevant experience.
• Combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides financial monitoring and analysis of contracts and grants with PIs to ensure expenses align with contracts.
• Completes pre-award applications and participates in contract closeouts.
• Performs post-award accounting and reports for complex grants.
• Assesses contract compliance and advises on rights and obligations.
• Analyzes awards to determine reporting requirements and invoices.
• Prepares amendments and contract extensions.
• Prepares bids or requests for proposals (RFPs) and negotiates contract terms.
• Manages cash needs for cost-reimbursable grants.
• Closes out awards as appropriate.
• Interprets sponsor terms and university policies.
• Ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Attention to detail

Accuracy under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Indiana University in Indianapolis seeks a Contracts and Grants Specialist within the Neuroscience Research Administration. The role supports pre- and post-award grants management for neurology-related departments and institutes.

You will handle financial monitoring, reporting, and compliance across a substantial portfolio of sponsored projects. The position emphasizes collaboration with investigators, adherence to sponsor terms, and accurate, timely administration in a fast-paced university