Grant & Contract Officer

Northeastern University•Boston, MA

1d•$67,855 - $95,845•Remote

About The Position

Northeastern University’s Research Enterprise Services (NU-RES) provides leadership and expertise to faculty, investigators, and college administrators in support of research and sponsored programs. The Grant & Contract Officer is the primary contact and resource for faculty, department staff, and funding agencies, offering guidance on University and sponsor policies and regulations. The role partners with faculty, University staff, and funding agencies to coordinate information and support the effective administration of sponsored programs throughout their lifecycle. Reporting to the Associate Director, the officer advises on proposal submissions and budgets, reviews proposals for compliance before authorized release, and conducts institutional review of award notices. In coordination with the Associate Director, the officer negotiates awards on behalf of the University and monitors compliance with award terms and conditions from acceptance through closeout. The role also provides non-financial post-award administration and collaborates with University legal counsel, the Office of Institutional Compliance, and other University offices. Northeastern supports remote work for its team; remote locations and schedules are determined according to operational needs and in consultation with team members, consistent with University policies and guidance.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience in research administration in an academic or nonprofit setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Sound judgment and the ability to exercise discretion, resolve ambiguity, and promote effective solutions.
Strong commitment to contributing constructively to a customer-service environment and providing professional, timely, efficient, and courteous service.
Ability to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
Knowledge of government grant regulations and agency policies.
Familiarity with customary policies and procedures of an institute of higher education.
Experience using Grants.gov, NSF Research.gov, or NIH eRA Commons / ASSIST.

Responsibilities

Advise and assist researchers and administrative staff with proposal submissions, including federal regulations, sponsor requirements, University policies and procedures, and budget development.
Review funding applications to federal, state, and local government agencies, private foundations, and industry or corporate sponsors for compliance with regulations, University policies, and program solicitations.
Assist faculty and administrative staff with proposal development, agency guidelines, budgeting, and internal processes.
Review and process sponsored awards and ensure timely entry into University systems.
Coordinate with University offices to ensure compliance with University policies.
Interpret federal and non-federal rules and regulations, export-control clauses, and intellectual property rights as they relate to sponsored awards.
In conjunction with the Associate Director, negotiate awards on behalf of the University.
Monitor compliance with funding-agency award terms and conditions from acceptance through closeout.
Provide non-financial award administration throughout the award lifecycle, including progress reports, advance-account requests, no-cost extensions, changes to scope of work, and changes in key personnel.
Assist with submission of annual and final progress reports.
Serve as liaison with funding agencies and coordinate between NU-RES units and faculty or department administrators.
Serve as a source of information on sponsor and University policies and regulations for the University research community.
Develop research-administration expertise and participate in professional development, training, workshops, and development of customer resources.
Participate in special projects assigned by NU-RES.
Collaborate with University legal counsel, the Office of Institutional Compliance, and other University offices as needed.