Sponsored Programs Grant & Contract Specialist

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University’s Research Enterprise Services (NU-RES) seeks a Grant & Contract Officer in Boston, MA to guide faculty and staff through proposal development, review, and negotiation with federal, state, local, and private sponsors. You will ensure compliance with sponsor requirements, help with budgets, and coordinate internal approvals before submission.

In this fast-paced role, you’ll monitor awards from acceptance to closeout, liaise with university counsel and compliance offices,

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; knowledge of grant regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review funding applications to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Assist faculty with proposal development, budgeting, and internal processes.
• Process sponsored awards and ensure timely data entry in university systems.
• Coordinate with university offices to ensure policy compliance and conduct award negotiations.
• Provide non-financial post-award administration and liaison with funding agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Grants.gov

NSF Research.gov

NIH eRA Commons / ASSIST

Job description

Northeastern University’s Research Enterprise Services (NU-RES) seeks a Grant & Contract Officer in Boston, MA to guide faculty and staff through proposal development, review, and negotiation with federal, state, local, and private sponsors. You will ensure compliance with sponsor requirements, help with budgets, and coordinate internal approvals before submission.

In this fast-paced role, you’ll monitor awards from acceptance to closeout, liaise with university counsel and compliance offices,