Remote Grants & Contracts Manager

Duke PA; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a leader to guide Administrators in the RASR Group, managing a large grants and contracts portfolio across multiple departments.

The role covers pre-award and post-award activities, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with federal and Duke policies. Remote work is available with state residency requirements; RAA/ AGM training and 3+ years of grants experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education/Training generally requires bachelor's degree; research administration education or certification preferred.
• RAA certification and AGM certification expected; training plan if not yet completed.
• Successful completion of required trainings within specified timelines (RAA/ AGM).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage pre-award activities and proposal submissions.
• Oversee post-award activities including budget reconciliation and reporting.
• Lead a team of administrators across a large, complex grant portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with federal rules and Duke policies across all awards.
• Provide guidance on budget projections and resource allocation.

Skills

RAA certification

Advanced Grants Management

Data analysis

Budget management

Export controls

Federal contracting

MS Office

Communication skills

Project prioritization

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

RAA certification

AGM certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

SPS/ORA

Grant management systems

Budgeting software

Job description

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a leader to guide Administrators in the RASR Group, managing a large grants and contracts portfolio across multiple departments.

The role covers pre-award and post-award activities, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with federal and Duke policies. Remote work is available with state residency requirements; RAA/ AGM training and 3+ years of grants experience are required.