Remote Grants & Contracts Specialist (Pre-Award Expert)

Temple University; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work opportunity

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Temple University's Research Administration Department is seeking a Grants and Contracts Specialist for a remote work opportunity. The role manages pre-award activities, reviews sponsor terms, and coordinates award setup across units.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least four years in research administration; proficient with MS Office and online financial systems. We offer medical/dental/vision, PTO, holidays, tuition remission, retirement plans, and a flexible remote work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least four years of related research administration experience.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize online financial systems and MS Office with advanced spreadsheet/database skills.
• Preferred understanding of Sponsored Projects and Research Administration.

Responsibilities

• Locate funding opportunities from government, non-profit, and industry sources.
• Review external sponsor guidelines and assist in proposal preparation.
• Validate completeness of proposals prior to submission and monitor budgets for compliance with regulations.
• Review award terms and conditions and educate faculty and researchers on systems like NSF Fastlane, NIH Commons and eRA.

Skills

Online financial systems

Analytical skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and prioritization

Sponsored Projects knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Advanced spreadsheets

Database software

Job description

Temple University's Research Administration Department is seeking a Grants and Contracts Specialist for a remote work opportunity. The role manages pre-award activities, reviews sponsor terms, and coordinates award setup across units.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least four years in research administration; proficient with MS Office and online financial systems. We offer medical/dental/vision, PTO, holidays, tuition remission, retirement plans, and a flexible remote work arrangement.