Senior Grant Administrator – Office of Research and Project Administration

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

📋 Description

• Create sponsored research awards in eGrants in alignment with sponsor terms and conditions, institutional policies, and relevant federal regulations.

• Analyze and interpret finalized award notices, contracts, and sponsor documentation to ascertain requirements and non-financial deliverables.

• Execute complex post-award actions, including continuations, supplements, amendments, carryforwards, no-cost extensions, and other changes to awards.

• Ensure timely and precise maintenance of award records.

• Work collaboratively with Compliance Managers to uphold the accuracy and integrity of award data.

• Address discrepancies and implement corrective measures to support institutional and sponsor compliance.

• Oversee the setup of outgoing subawards in eGrants, including MTDC indirect cost calculations.

• Provide assistance during Uniform Guidance audits, sponsor desk audits, and other compliance reviews.

• Evaluate and manage incoming requests through the Award Data Management PDL and prioritize sponsor communications via the SponsorP mailbox.

• Support ERP implementation and system optimization efforts, encompassing data cleanup and the resolution of system integration challenges.

• Document new business processes by establishing standard operating procedures and designing workflows for operational enhancements.

• Report directly to the Manager of Research and Project Administration.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in the administration of sponsored programs.

• In-depth knowledge of research compliance requirements and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).

• Familiarity with electronic research administration systems, ideally Huron eGrants.

• High proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail and follow-through.

• Capability to run system queries to produce ad hoc reports of intermediate complexity.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to interpret and accurately apply Facilities and Administrative (F&A) rates according to sponsor and institutional requirements.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities with sound judgment and discretion.

• Commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of information.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.