Senior Grants & Contracts Specialist

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harrison College of Pharmacy at Auburn University seeks a Contracts & Grants SpecialistIII to oversee financial activities related to extramural programs supporting research, instruction, and outreach. This role coordinates proposals, awards, amendments, and related transactions, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university requirements.

The position involves training development, policy guidance, and continuous improvement of research administration operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in administration of contracts and grants.
• Experience in extramural proposals and sponsored program activities preferred.
• Ability to coordinate compliance with sponsor, federal, state, and university requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide faculty and staff in identifying, developing, reviewing, and submitting extramural proposals and sponsored activities.
• Monitor award requirements and coordinate modifications, reporting, and project closeout.
• Provide guidance on sponsor, federal, state, and university policies and compliance matters.

Skills

Financial oversight

Proposal development

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Grant management software

Job description

The Harrison College of Pharmacy at Auburn University seeks a Contracts & Grants SpecialistIII to oversee financial activities related to extramural programs supporting research, instruction, and outreach. This role coordinates proposals, awards, amendments, and related transactions, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university requirements.

The position involves training development, policy guidance, and continuous improvement of research administration operations.