Sponsored Projects Officer,Sr

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) seeks a Senior Sponsored Projects Officer to lead proposal reviews, award and subaward negotiations, and lifecycle oversight of externally funded research.

This role emphasizes compliance with OMB UG, FAR and sponsor requirements, acting as a liaison between the university and funding agencies while guiding staff and fostering professional growth.

Qualifications

• Research Administration knowledge gained through work in core office and/or department support.
• Familiarity working in systems such as: Stremlyne, Huron/Click, Banner, MyReports
• Supervisory Experience

Responsibilities

• Provide proposal review, submission, award and modification evaluation for externally funded projects.
• Negotiate and issue outgoing subaward agreements.
• Ensure compliance with OMB UG, FAR and sponsor requirements; liaise with agencies.
• Lead multiple projects, mentor staff and promote work–life balance.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Research Administration

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Stremlyne

Huron/Click

Banner

MyReports

Job description

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico's Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) is looking for a motivated, detailed-oriented, self-starter to join our team of professionals as a Senior Sponsored Projects Officer.

OSP is a core office the provides administrative, management and oversight of the world class extramural sponsored research programs being conducted at our R1 Carnegie-designated University. We provide an exciting, multifaceted and fast-paced work environment that emphasizes customer service, professionalism and growth. This is an expert/advanced-level position in our sponsored research office, with supervisory oversight of day-to-day technical, administrative and operational aspects in the sponsored project life cycle.

This position serves the University research community and will have a workload that provides direct support of externally funded projects through comprehensive proposal review and submission, award and modification review and negotiations and issuance of outgoing subaward agreements. This role places utmost emphasis on compliance, adhering to applicable federal, state and local guidelines and regulations. The Senior Sponsored Projects Officer is a liaison between the University and various governmental and non-governmental agencies who sponsor projects and therefore must have a deep level of competency in strategic and effective communication.

As a core office of the University, OSP works in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has a proven record of leading multiple projects to the finish line while maintaining staff engagement, providing staff development, ensuring quality output and motivating others on day-to-day operations, while still promoting work/life balance. The selected candidate must possess broad research administration knowledge of sponsored projects; solid computer and technical skills, including experience working in electronic Research Administration (eRA) systems such as Cayuse, Streamlyne and Huron; and experience with various federal compliance polices, especially those within the Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Uniform Guidance (UG) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

Minimum Qualifications

• Research Administration knowledge gained through work in core office and/or department support
• Familiarity working in systems such as: Stremlyne, Huron/Click, Banner, MyReports
• Supervisory Experience

Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Extensive Experience in Research Administration, particularly with a deep understanding of the sponsored research lifecycle
• Experience working with a variety of sponsors: federal, industry, non/for-profit, foreign, other universities.
• Ability to train and explain complex topics
• Strong communication skills
• Solid analytical skills
• Excellent customer service and strong sense of professionalism
• Ability to mentor and be mentored in a close, collaborative department

Additional Requirements

Flexible work options. Requires on-site during initial training with opportunity for hybrid and local remote options.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Sponsored Projects - Main - Branch (798H2)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $4924.40 - $8106.80 commensurate with Education and Experience. Salary range non-negotiable

Benefits

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

8/24/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

No

Eligible for Remote Work

Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

At the discretion of management, the selected candidate may have the opportunity to work hybrid or remote after demonstrating they can work effectively work independently.

Veteran Preference Program

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Check Details

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.