Senior Research Grants & Administration Lead

University of Georgia

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a Research Administration Manager within the SOM Research Administrative Services to oversee pre-award and post-award activities for externally funded projects.

The role provides strategic guidance to investigators, ensures sponsor compliance, and collaborates with faculty, research staff, and institutional partners across clinical research and training grants.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
2 years of professional experience
Experience in research administration, grants management, or sponsored programs preferred

Responsibilities

Pre-Award Grants Administration: oversees development, review, and submission of complex proposals and budgets to ensure sponsor and institutional compliance.
Post-Award Administration: oversees award setup, budget monitoring, effort management, and reporting requirements.
Research Education, Outreach, and Faculty Support: develops resources and consultations to enhance knowledge of research administration processes.
Strategic Initiatives, Process Improvement, and Compliance Oversight: leads process improvements and ensures alignment with sponsor regulations and institutional policies.