Grant & Contract Administrator III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Hampshire.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete process of preparing, reviewing, and submitting intricate proposals, which include multi-PI, multi-institution, center-level, and limited-submission applications.

• Analyze and implement sponsor guidelines, FOAs, and institutional policies to guarantee that submissions are both compliant and competitive.

• Create, assess, and modify detailed proposal budgets, budget justifications, and related documentation.

• Collaborate with principal investigators to gather necessary materials and address any issues prior to submission.

• Ensure timely submissions via sponsor portals such as Grants.gov, Research.gov, and NIH ASSIST.

• Perform thorough compliance reviews focusing on budget accuracy, cost principles, effort commitments, subrecipient documentation, and regulatory mandates.

• Identify and address compliance risks associated with sponsor terms, institutional policies, and federal regulations.

• Maintain compliance with internal deadlines, routing procedures, and institutional approval workflows.

• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies pertinent to sponsored programs.

• Foster positive, service-oriented relationships through proactive and collaborative communication.

• Guide and support junior Grant & Contract Administrators.

• Exemplify critical thinking, accountability, and collaborative problem-solving.

• Work together with internal and external stakeholders across various geographic locations to achieve consensus among diverse groups.

• Uphold confidentiality and represent the institution professionally.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master's degree in a finance or business-related field with three years of experience in sponsored programs administration, including proposal submissions, OR a Bachelor's degree in a finance or business-related field with five years of comparable experience.

• Familiarity with sponsor, government, and organizational regulations, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) and the Federal Acquisition Regulations.

• Strong analytical abilities to interpret policies, evaluate risks, and independently resolve issues.

• Proven experience in preparing and submitting proposals.

• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time management capabilities.

• Proficiency in Excel.

• Comfortable utilizing various platforms, including Cayuse and Workday.

• Ability to supervise others.

• Certification as a Research Administrator is preferred.

• Submission of a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references is required during the application process.

🏝️ Benefits

• Option for hybrid or remote work.

• Employee benefits provided through USNH Employee Benefits.