Grants Administrators II and III

Space Telescope Science Institute • Baltimore, MD

13h • $65,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI), operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA), is NASA’s Science Operations Center for missions including the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes. STScI leads observation planning, data analysis, public engagement, and data archiving for flagship missions. Their staff spans astronomy, engineering, education, IT, communications, and administration, working together to bring space science to the world. This role is for a Grant Administrator or Grant Specialist eager to continue their career in research administration and join the Grants Administration Team at STScI. These positions could support working from home, but candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the local market (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV) and be able to report onsite when needed. The role is crucial in sponsoring the grant programs for the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) and James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). The position will apply HST and JWST program policies, procedures, and regulations, including the Uniform Guidance (2CFR200), to award and manage NASA-funded research grants to grant recipients.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years prior grants administration experience with federal research grants (for Grants Administrator II).
• Minimum of 5 years prior grants administration experience with federal research grants and 2 CFR 200 (for Grants Administrator III).
• Federal research grants experience is required.
• 2 CFR 200 experience is also required for the Grants Administrator III.
• Bachelor’s degree with transferable skills and abilities.
• A commitment to excellence and customer service.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to coordinate, plan, and prioritize multiple ongoing tasks or projects to meet stated deadlines.
• Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the local market (MD, DE, VA, PA, DC & WV) and be able to report onsite when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Substitution of additional relevant education or experience for stated qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Execute all grant activities in all phases of the grant life-cycle, including pre-award reviews, post-award administration and monitoring, and closeout.
• Work with investigators and research administration staff at institutions to assist with pre-award and proposal questions, evaluate eligibility, and determine cost allowability.
• Provide support and training to institutions related to understanding the STScI General Grant Provisions and using the Space Telescope Grants Management System (STGMS).
• Review business, financial, administrative, and management policies and practices to evaluate risks posed by recipient institutions. Based on your evaluation, you will identify and recommend appropriate levels of recipient monitoring to the Grants Administration Management Team.
• This position requires occasional availability outside of business core hours and weekends to complete special assignments or to provide support to recipients in Central, Mountain, and Pacific Time Zones. Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

• Employer retirement contribution – direct contribution of 10% of your salary from your first day
• 24 days of vacation accrued annually
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 days sick leave
• Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/prescription plans

What This Job Offers

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