Research Administration Manager, Grants & Compliance

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TRS or ORP

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Administration Manager to lead the School of Medicine’s research administration function, providing comprehensive pre-award and post-award support for externally funded research programs. This role partners with faculty, investigators, and staff to ensure compliance and strategic program success.

Based in Athens with a focus on NIH, HRSA, and other funding mechanisms, the position emphasizes leadership, policy adherence, and collaborative service

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of pre-award and post-award research administration.
• Experience supporting clinical research, NIH K awards, HRSA funding opportunities, and related mechanisms.
• Strong understanding of federal sponsor requirements, grant administration, budgets, and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and collaborative problem-solving.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees pre-award and post-award activities, including proposal budgets and submissions.
• Provides strategic guidance on sponsor requirements, budgeting, and award management.
• Develops standardized procedures and workflows to improve efficiency and service delivery across SOM research administration.
• Supports faculty development and research growth through guidance and resources.
• Participates in institutional committees and special projects related to sponsored funding and compliance.

Skills

Pre-award knowledge

Clinical research experience

Sponsor requirements

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a Research Administration Manager to lead the School of Medicine’s research administration function, providing comprehensive pre-award and post-award support for externally funded research programs. This role partners with faculty, investigators, and staff to ensure compliance and strategic program success.

Based in Athens with a focus on NIH, HRSA, and other funding mechanisms, the position emphasizes leadership, policy adherence, and collaborative service