Proposal Budget Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Proposal Budget Specialist to support the proposal and project management process by creating and maintaining accurate sponsored project budgets.

You will work with PIs, Proposal & Project Managers, and administrative staff to ensure compliance with sponsor and university guidelines while improving budgeting efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years' technical or administrative experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills.
• Strong math skills for budgeting and financial analysis.
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed budgets for sponsored proposals and ensure consistency.
• Interpret and apply budget guidelines per university and sponsor policies.
• Clarify budget policies with sponsors and respond to inquiries.
• Collaborate with Proposal & Project Managers, PIs, and staff on budget creation and adjustments.
• Identify opportunities to streamline budgeting processes for compliance.

Skills

Budgeting

Excel

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Proposal Budget Specialist, Sponsored ProjectsServices

Position Information

Position Title: Proposal Budget Specialist, SponsoredProjects Services

Department: Sponsored Projects Services

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9761495 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63830

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

SponsoredProjects Services (SPS) within the Research,Innovation, and Economic Development division at the StateUniversity of New York at Buffalo is seeking a ProposalBudget Specialist. The Proposal Budget Specialist supportsthe proposal and project management process by developing andoverseeing accurate, compliant budgets for sponsored projects. Thisrole ensures adherence to funding guidelines, assists PIs andproject teams in budget preparation both pre- and post-award asnecessary. The Proposal Budget Specialist will also contribute tomaintaining consistency in process in accordance with universityand sponsor policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create detailed budgets for sponsored proposals and budgetconsistency.
• Interpret and apply budget guidelines according to universityand sponsor-specific policies.
• Act as a point of contact for clarifying budget policies withsponsors and responding to inquiries on budget items.
• Work closely with Proposal & Project Managers, PIs, andadministrative staff to provide guidance on budget creation,adjustment processes, and policy compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline budgetingprocess, enhancing efficiency and compliance.
• Administrative responsibilities in support of pre- andpost-award activities.

Learnmore:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalocommunity.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action employer, the ResearchFoundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due toan applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin and veteran or disabilitystatus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years' technical or administrativeexperience, or an equivalent combination of education andexperience
• Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office demonstratedexperience with Microsoft Excel
• Strong math skills for developing and managing budgets
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment
• Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree ofaccuracy
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States bytheir start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee thatit will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining workauthorization

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Range

$63,000 - $68,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Stacey Brown

Contact's Pronouns: She/Her

Contact's Title: HR Specialist

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/13/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled: