Pre-Award & Research Development Manager

Western Carolina University Inc; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University seeks a Pre-Award Services Manager to oversee the university's pre-award and research development functions, from proposal through award transition, with primary on-site responsibility in Cullowhee, NC.

You will lead staff, coordinate with faculty and sponsors, ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, and strengthen external funding opportunities while promoting timely, competitive proposals.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional sponsored programs.
• Understanding of budgeting and compliance for sponsored programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for pre-award services and research development.
• Coordinate proposal development, compliance, and submission processes.
• Collaborate across offices to enhance external funding opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Grants & contracts

Financial compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Western Carolina University seeks a Pre-Award Services Manager to oversee the university's pre-award and research development functions, from proposal through award transition, with primary on-site responsibility in Cullowhee, NC.

You will lead staff, coordinate with faculty and sponsors, ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance, and strengthen external funding opportunities while promoting timely, competitive proposals.