Senior Research Grants Administrator

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

Retirement options

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Florida is hiring a Research Administrator III on the Gainesville campus to provide advanced administration of sponsored projects within the Office of Research. The role supports pre-award and post-award activities, develops budgets, ensures compliance, and partners with faculty and sponsors to optimize funding outcomes.

Responsibilities span proposal development, institutional approvals, award management, and risk assessment, with a focus on strategic guidance and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in grant and contract administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with UFIRST and pre/post-award processes is preferred.
• Strong communication and quantitative budgeting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle proposal development from opportunity through submission.
• Coordinate pre-award activities and ensure sponsor guidelines are met.
• Oversee post-award administration, budget tracking, and compliance reviews.
• Manage cost reallocations, ensure timely reporting, and support PIs.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

UFIRST

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The University of Florida is hiring a Research Administrator III on the Gainesville campus to provide advanced administration of sponsored projects within the Office of Research. The role supports pre-award and post-award activities, develops budgets, ensures compliance, and partners with faculty and sponsors to optimize funding outcomes.

Responsibilities span proposal development, institutional approvals, award management, and risk assessment, with a focus on strategic guidance and process