Strategic Post-Award Grants Manager

Tulane group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking a Post-Award Grants and Contracts Administrator to manage a portfolio of sponsored research, ensuring compliance with federal rules and university policies. The role involves financial reconciliation, budget adjustments, and closeout activities, while providing high-quality service to faculty.

Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills are required. The candidate should have an Associate’s degree with 3 years of related experience or a high school diploma with 5 years in

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 3 years of grants/contracts experience or high school diploma with 5 years related experience.
• Experience with grants and contracts management and compliance with federal rules.
• Knowledge of university policies related to grants and contracts activity.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies in grants management.

Responsibilities

• Manage post-award activities for a portfolio of grants and contracts.
• Regularly review, reconcile, and project award finances.
• Prepare budget adjustments and corrections and financial reports.
• Close out awards ensuring all requirements are met.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Data analysis

MS Office

Written documents

Multitasking

Problem solving

Customer service

Financial management

Deadline oriented

Grant regulations

PeopleSoft awareness

Independent work

Education

Associate’s degree + 3 years grants/contracts

High School Diploma + 5 years related experience

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

PeopleSoft Financial system

Job description

Tulane University is seeking a Post-Award Grants and Contracts Administrator to manage a portfolio of sponsored research, ensuring compliance with federal rules and university policies. The role involves financial reconciliation, budget adjustments, and closeout activities, while providing high-quality service to faculty.

Strong MS Office and PeopleSoft skills are required. The candidate should have an Associate’s degree with 3 years of related experience or a high school diploma with 5 years in