Remote Grants & Research Administrator

Duke University; Clayton (NC); Remote; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, NC, is seeking a Grants Administrator to perform pre-award and award management duties. You will review proposals, budgets, and sponsor requirements, ensuring compliance and timely submission to support funded projects.

Expect to interact with principal investigators and department staff, participate in required training (RAA), and help manage awards through setup, monitoring, and closeout processes, with remote work options for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; strong experience with pre-award or award management.
• Experience interpreting sponsor guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with PIs and administrators.
• Knowledge of subaward processes and budget review.

Responsibilities

• Assist PI and Grant Managers in developing compliant budgets and proposal materials.
• Review applications for risk, rates, and allowability; ensure compliance.
• Coordinate account setup and manage award administration.
• Ensure timely submission and communication with sponsors.
• Maintain and update training and compliance requirements.

Skills

Budget development

Regulatory compliance

Award management

Pre-award review

Subcontractor documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Grant education preferred

Job description

Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, NC, is seeking a Grants Administrator to perform pre-award and award management duties. You will review proposals, budgets, and sponsor requirements, ensuring compliance and timely submission to support funded projects.

Expect to interact with principal investigators and department staff, participate in required training (RAA), and help manage awards through setup, monitoring, and closeout processes, with remote work options for qualified candidates.