Grant Administrator

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. Establish sponsored research awards in eGrants in accordance with sponsor terms and conditions, institutional policies, and applicable federal regulations .

Posted 10/18/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,100 - $119,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sponsored programs administration, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies while maintaining accurate award records. Proficient in managing electronic research administration systems and applying financial rates in accordance with sponsor requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sponsored Programs AdministrationResearch Compliance RequirementsElectronic Research Administration SystemsMicrosoft 365 ProficiencyAnalytical And Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Sponsored Research Awards ManagementPost-Award Actions ProcessingIndirect Cost CalculationsAward Data ManagementAudit ReadinessFacilities And Administrative Rates Application

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention To DetailVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsJudgment And Discretion

Tools & Technologies

Huron eGrantsMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Uniform GuidanceFederal RegulationsCompliance ReviewsAward Records MaintenanceSponsor Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish sponsored research awards in eGrants in accordance with sponsor terms and conditions, institutional policies, and applicable federal regulations
Review executed award notices, contracts, and sponsor documentation to identify applicable requirements and non-financial deliverables
Process post-award actions, including continuations, supplements, amendments, carryforwards, no-cost extensions, and other award changes
Maintain timely and accurate award records
Collaborate with Compliance Managers to maintain award data accuracy and integrity, resolve discrepancies, and support institutional and sponsor compliance
Process outgoing subaward setup in eGrants, including indirect cost calculations using Modified Total Direct Cost (MTDC)
Review and manage incoming requests through the Award Data Management PDL daily
Route external sponsor award notices and other communications through the SponsorP mailbox
Provide support for miscellaneous and ad hoc requests for internal stakeholders and the broader SKI research community
Contribute to audit readiness and compliance reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 years of experience in sponsored programs administration
Working knowledge of research compliance requirements and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)
Working knowledge of electronic research administration systems, preferably Huron eGrants
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to apply Facilities and Administrative (F&A) rates in accordance with sponsor and institutional requirements
Ability to manage multiple priorities using good judgment and discretion
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information