Senior Grants Specialist – Grant Lifecycle & Compliance

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking a Senior Grants Specialist in Tallahassee, FL within ICON-Health’s Office of Research. The role focuses on comprehensive pre- and post-award administration of sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with university and agency guidelines, and advising faculty on allowable expenditures.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with three years of experience or seven years of combined education/experience, plus completion of the eSPEAR Certification within six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to seven years.
• Successful completion of the eSPEAR Certification series within the first six months from start date.

Responsibilities

• Administer pre- and post-award sponsored projects with strict compliance.
• Assist PIs with budget development, forecasting, amendments, and grant closeout.
• Serve as a liaison among faculty, SRA, university offices, and the Office of Research through the grant lifecycle.
• Review, audit, and report on budget transactions and amendments; advise on fund utilization.
• Train staff and develop policies related to grants activities.
• Identify funding opportunities and interpret complex grant guidelines for grantees.

Skills

Grants administration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Florida State University is seeking a Senior Grants Specialist in Tallahassee, FL within ICON-Health’s Office of Research. The role focuses on comprehensive pre- and post-award administration of sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with university and agency guidelines, and advising faculty on allowable expenditures.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with three years of experience or seven years of combined education/experience, plus completion of the eSPEAR Certification within six