Remote Grants & Contracts Administrator

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Medicine seeks a Grants and Contracts Administrator to manage a portfolio of complex grants and contracts from pre-award through post-award. You will work with faculty to develop proposals, ensure compliance with Sponsor and Duke guidelines, and provide strategic budget support.

The role emphasizes strong data analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills, with opportunities for RAA/CRA training and advancement within Duke Health's academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; research administration experience preferred.
• Experience with pre-award and post-award activities is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with sponsor regulations and university policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop budgets and budgets justification for proposals.
• Prepare and submit grants and contracts through pre-award processes.
• Advise faculty/PI on administrative requirements and cost negotiations.
• Monitor and reconcile budgets; ensure compliance with sponsor and university rules.
• Manage sub-recipient financial and reporting requirements and close funded projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Grant management

Budgeting

Communication

Project prioritization

Reporting

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Duke University School of Medicine seeks a Grants and Contracts Administrator to manage a portfolio of complex grants and contracts from pre-award through post-award. You will work with faculty to develop proposals, ensure compliance with Sponsor and Duke guidelines, and provide strategic budget support.

The role emphasizes strong data analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills, with opportunities for RAA/CRA training and advancement within Duke Health's academic medical center.