Grants Administrator

Georgia Institute of Technology•Atlanta, GA

63d•$55,029 - $78,907•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the faculty with preparation of pre-award proposals and a portion of the post-award process and grant requests. May serve as interface for proposal management with various groups involved in the process. Coordinate and prepare paperwork to granting agencies involved with grant-proposal submittal and coordinate submittals with Finance Office and/or the Office of Sponsored Programs. Interact with faculty, researchers staff, students.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience
Eight to ten years of job related experience
This job requires advanced knowledge of and expertise in the pre-award and post-award sponsored research and grant administration process. Ability to interpret and explain complex regulations, policies, and government language is essential. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required to interact with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse academic and research community. Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize while performing multiple, complex financial tasks is required. Advanced knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices in an academic and research institution.

Nice To Haves

Some experience using FastLane and grantsgov is preferred
Master's Degree

Responsibilities

Identify funding sources and administer grant budgets. Advise faculty on budget development, financial scenario and strategic planning, and financial forecasting in response to grant solicitations and requests for proposals.
Edit and prepare proposal documentation, submit required documentation into sponsor systems, and appraise proposals for Office of Sponsored Programs review.
Liaise with management and staff in the Office of Sponsored Programs and the Office of Grants and Contracts Accounting regarding sponsored research grants and contracts.
Administer post-award activities including developing financial reports, negotiating and maintaining sub-agreements, monitoring and reconciling expenditures and salary distribution, submitting budget revisions, and auditing transactions for compliance with budget justification and sponsor policies.
Generate custom and required reports for faculty and unit management regarding sponsored research plans, proposals, and projects.
Collaborate, provide advice, and give direction to unit financial or accounting personnel regarding the pre-award and post-award process, as appropriate.
Provide assistance to students, post-doctoral fellows, and research faculty on assistantships and fellowships.
Identify and provide sponsored research training and educational opportunities for faculty and staff.
Research potential grants opportunities from agencies and philanthropic organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned