Senior Manager, Grants & Sponsored Programs (Hybrid)

University of Miami; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Office of the Executive Dean for Research invites applications for a Hybrid Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs.

The role supports the research mission, with emphasis on federal grant administration experience across NIH, DOD, NSF, and related agencies. Key responsibilities include managing post-award activities, budgeting, reporting, and ensuring compliance with policies and sponsor requirements, while mentoring staff and collaborating with ORA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• 7+ years of federal grant administration experience.
• Experience with NIH, DOD, NSF and other federal sponsors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identifies potential funding sources and plans outreach strategies.
• Oversees proposal submissions for assigned departments to federal agencies and foundations.
• Trains, mentors, and supervises sponsored programs staff; prepares performance reports.
• Negotiates contractual provisions with potential partners.
• Develops and provides reports needed to secure and maintain funding and grants.
• Ensures grants and contracts adhere to organizational standards.
• Acts as liaison between faculty and central administrative offices.
• Maintains proficiency in UM financial and research administration systems.

Skills

Grant administration

Budgeting

Communication skills

Contract negotiation

Post-award reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

IBIS

Velos

eRA Commons

Job description

The University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Office of the Executive Dean for Research invites applications for a Hybrid Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs.

The role supports the research mission, with emphasis on federal grant administration experience across NIH, DOD, NSF, and related agencies. Key responsibilities include managing post-award activities, budgeting, reporting, and ensuring compliance with policies and sponsor requirements, while mentoring staff and collaborating with ORA