Senior Grants & Funding Administrator

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens area is seeking a Research Funding Administrator to oversee pre-award and post-award grant administration for the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center and Center for Molecular Medicine. You will lead proposal development, manage awards, and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.

The role requires interaction with faculty and external agencies, strong communication, and ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and sponsor regulations related to sponsored research.
• Experience with pre-award and post-award grant administration.
• Strong communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Proposal Development & Submission Leadership – lead complex proposals and budget development.
• Grant Management & Administration – manage awards from submission to closeout.
• Deadline & Compliance Coordination – monitor requirements and deadlines.
• Faculty Support & Funding Strategy – advise on grantsmanship and opportunities.
• Policy, Committees & Professional Engagement – participate in leadership and policy work.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Budgeting

Organization

Excel

Research administration systems

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Research administration systems

Job description

University of Georgia in Athens area is seeking a Research Funding Administrator to oversee pre-award and post-award grant administration for the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center and Center for Molecular Medicine. You will lead proposal development, manage awards, and ensure compliance with sponsor guidelines.

The role requires interaction with faculty and external agencies, strong communication, and ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.