Grants and Contracts Coordinator - PEH
About The Position
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Grant and Contract Coordinator to support the sponsored research activities of faculty within the Public Health Program. This role serves as a key partner in the development, submission, and management of research proposals and awards, ensuring compliance with sponsor and university requirements while supporting complex grant and contract activities. The position works closely with faculty, finance teams, and research administration offices to advance impactful public health research. If you enjoy project management, working across multiple teams, and supporting innovative research initiatives, you’ll thrive in this role.
Requirements
- Associates degree in related field with at least four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience supporting sponsored funding activities, including proposal development, management, and reporting.
- Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Collaborative, solution-oriented professional with the ability to work independently and build effective partnerships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, discretion with confidential information, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and related systems.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field
- Coursework in public health
- Experience with at least some of the following federal funders is preferred: USDA, NIH, NSF, CDC, DHHS, along with foundations such as Russel Sage and Mellon, in addition to internal Cornell funding mechanisms like Einaudi and the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Lead preparation and submission of grant proposals, budgets, and sponsor-required administrative documents.
- Coordinate post-award activities including sub-awards, compliance tracking, reporting deadlines, and contract processes.
- Partner with faculty, finance teams, and research administration offices to support sponsored research operations and funding activities.
- Maintain research administration records, track funding metrics, and support departmental reporting and process improvement efforts.
Benefits
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays
- Comprehensive health care options
- Access to wellness programs
- Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
- Generous retirement contributions
- Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
- Tuition Aid for external education
- Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
