Remote Grants & Contracts Administrator

Duke University; New York (NY); Remote; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a candidate to perform pre- and/or award management for sponsored projects. You will review proposals, ensure compliance with university policies and federal regulations, and help set up new project accounts.

The role includes cross-training to cover both pre-award and award management, coordinating with PIs and administrators, and advancing sponsor submissions while maintaining RAA certification through ongoing training requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; research or grants education and/or certification is preferred.
• Successful completion of required department training such as Research Administration at Duke (RAA) within first six months; maintain RAA certification with CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist PIs and Grant Managers in developing and submitting accurate proposal budgets and compliant materials.
• Review applications for risk, rates, and allowability; facilitate changes.
• Review proposals for subcontractor documentation and sponsor submission standards.
• Process awards in a timely manner and initiate account set-up for new projects.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a candidate to perform pre- and/or award management for sponsored projects. You will review proposals, ensure compliance with university policies and federal regulations, and help set up new project accounts.

The role includes cross-training to cover both pre-award and award management, coordinating with PIs and administrators, and advancing sponsor submissions while maintaining RAA certification through ongoing training requirements.