Pre-Awards Grants Strategist

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

TRS or ORP

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Pre-Awards Grants Manager to support faculty grant development in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. This role designs, develops, and implements sponsored projects assistance, coordinating with Sponsored Projects Administration.

The incumbent advises principal investigators, manages budgeting elements, and ensures funding source alignment; serves as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority and works under the VP for Research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience with grant development and proposal review processes preferred.
• Familiarity with sponsor policies and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty with preparing and submitting grant proposals.
• Review proposals for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Advise Principal Investigators on proposal requirements and compliance.
• Work independently with limited supervision and make content/format decisions.
• Serve as DSLA with limited signature authority for Sponsored Projects Administration.

Skills

Excellent communication/people skills

OMB circulars/CASB knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent work

Judgment and decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Pre-Awards Grants Manager to support faculty grant development in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. This role designs, develops, and implements sponsored projects assistance, coordinating with Sponsored Projects Administration.

The incumbent advises principal investigators, manages budgeting elements, and ensures funding source alignment; serves as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority and works under the VP for Research.