Remote Research Grants Administrator

Duke University; Lake Michigan Beach (MI); Remote; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a Grants Administrative professional for pre- and post-award management. The role focuses on reviewing proposals, ensuring compliance, and coordinating award setup to support sponsored projects.

The position may require training and certification (RAA) and offers opportunities to work remotely within allowed states, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with the ORA and SOM research teams.

Qualifications

• Pre- and/or post-award grants management experience is essential.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Successful completion of department training within first six months of hire is required.
• Research Administration Academy (RAA) certification is expected after training.

Responsibilities

• Assist PIs and Grant Managers in developing and submitting accurate proposal budgets and compliant proposal materials.
• Review applications for institutional risk issues, accuracy, correct rates, and allowability of items proposed; facilitate changes as needed.
• Ensure required compliance approvals (human subjects, animals, export controls, COI, biohazards) are obtained.
• Ensure subcontractor documentation is complete prior to submission of proposal.
• Review proposal to meet sponsor submission standards and electronic system requirements; ensure timely submission.
• Review NOA/awarding terms; communicate issues with PI or administrator.
• Request and review revised budgets; review for compliance.
• Coordinate account setup for new projects; initiate/approve as needed.
• Process awards in a timely manner and notify department administrators.

Skills

Pre-award management

Award management

Grant budgeting

Compliance with regulations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Duke University School of Medicine is seeking a Grants Administrative professional for pre- and post-award management. The role focuses on reviewing proposals, ensuring compliance, and coordinating award setup to support sponsored projects.

The position may require training and certification (RAA) and offers opportunities to work remotely within allowed states, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with the ORA and SOM research teams.