Grant Administrator I

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the ORSP Assistant Director, the Grant Administrator I performs grant and contract administration duties across the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) Corporate, Non-Corporate, and Data/Reporting and Sub-awards units. In a central research administration office, the role supports efforts to identify and pursue potential federal, state, and local funding sources for agency objectives. It develops programs to obtain grants and stipends for faculty and staff pursuing advanced study, in-service training, and professional development, and plans activities to secure funding for facilities, educational equipment, and learning resources. The position compiles and maintains research and grant files and related records, formulates grant requests, and assists applicants in preparing them. It reviews funding recommendations, implements fiscal procedures consistent with grant program regulations and goals, and serves as a liaison among funding agencies, institutional administrators, and researchers. The position is approved for partial remote work three days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Three years of business, personnel, grant-in-aid, or public administration experience.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support the pursuit of potential federal, state, and local funding sources for agency objectives.
• Develop programs to obtain faculty and staff grants and stipends for advanced study, in-service training, and professional development.
• Plan and conduct activities to secure funds for facilities, educational equipment, and learning resources.
• Compile and maintain research files, grant files, and related records.
• Formulate grant requests and assist grant applicants with preparing requests.
• Review funding recommendations and implement fiscal procedures consistent with grant program regulations and goals.
• Serve as a liaison among funding agencies, institution administrators, and researchers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level