Senior Grants Manager – Research Funding

Inside Higher Ed; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Athens, GA is seeking a Research Funding Administrator. The role involves managing grant administration from pre-award to termination, assisting faculty with proposal preparation, and liaising with funding agencies. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in grant management, along with exceptional communication skills. This full-time position offers a responsible managerial role in a collaborative environment, supporting over $20 million in funding.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in grant management.
• Exceptional communication skills required.
• Certified Decentralized Limited Signature Authority (DLSA) Practitioner designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage grant administration from pre-award to termination.
• Assist faculty with proposal preparation and processing.
• Liaise with funding agencies and the Office of Sponsored Projects.

Skills

Grant management

Communication

Proposal development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

A leading educational institution in Athens, GA is seeking a Research Funding Administrator. The role involves managing grant administration from pre-award to termination, assisting faculty with proposal preparation, and liaising with funding agencies. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in grant management, along with exceptional communication skills. This full-time position offers a responsible managerial role in a collaborative environment, supporting over $20 million in funding.