Senior Grants Manager

Columbia University; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University is seeking a Senior Grants Officer (SrPO) to deliver high-quality grants management services. You will interface with faculty and staff, coordinating proposal reviews, JIT processing, award negotiation, and post-award accounting.

The role requires independent judgment and strict adherence to sponsor and university rules. After training, you will oversee a portfolio of departments, ensuring timely submissions, compliance, and effective communication with sponsors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience.
• At least 4 years of related experience.
• Preferred 5–7 years of related experience.
• Experience with federal grant proposals and sponsored research administration is preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and submit grant, contract, and proposal materials in accordance with sponsor and University requirements.
• Coordinate with PIs, departments, and central offices to ensure timely submissions.
• Review notices of award and contracts; assist in budget setup and compliance tracking.
• Provide support for post-award management including reporting and renewals.
• Maintain documentation and communicate with sponsors and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

InfoEd

ARC

Grant management systems

Job description

Columbia University is seeking a Senior Grants Officer (SrPO) to deliver high-quality grants management services. You will interface with faculty and staff, coordinating proposal reviews, JIT processing, award negotiation, and post-award accounting.

The role requires independent judgment and strict adherence to sponsor and university rules. After training, you will oversee a portfolio of departments, ensuring timely submissions, compliance, and effective communication with sponsors.