Senior Contracts & Grants Strategist (Remote)

University-of-California,-Irvin; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

University of California, Irvine is seeking a Contracts and Grants Pre-Award professional to independently develop and oversee complex research proposals and budgets, ensuring compliance and proper documentation. The role supports principal investigators and department admins across diverse funding opportunities.

The position requires strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, familiarity with UC policies, and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic university

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of research administration guidelines for Federal and non-Federal sponsors.
• Knowledge of compliance requirements related to human/animal subjects, conflicts of interest, biosafety.
• Ability to manage large volumes of transactions and perform complex financial analysis.
• Strong writing skills for drafting persuasive text while following sponsor guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee research proposals, awards, and related transactions.
• Prepare complex proposal budgets and support documents per guidelines.
• Provide guidance on compliance and research administration matters to PIs and admins.

Skills

Research administration

Compliance knowledge

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

UC campus financial systems

Job description

University of California, Irvine is seeking a Contracts and Grants Pre-Award professional to independently develop and oversee complex research proposals and budgets, ensuring compliance and proper documentation. The role supports principal investigators and department admins across diverse funding opportunities.

The position requires strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, familiarity with UC policies, and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic university