Grants and Contracts Administrator

UVA Health

. Assess, create, and manage outgoing sub-awards for the University .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeCharlottesville • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing sub-awards and compliance within research administration, with a strong focus on federal and state regulations, risk assessment, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in developing standard operating procedures and mentoring new administrators in a higher education environment.

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Sub-Award ManagementResearch AdministrationRisk AssessmentCertified Research Administrator (CRA)Grants and Contracts Experience

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Hard Skills

Sub-Award ReviewContract NegotiationCompliance AdherenceDocument CollectionStandard Operating Procedures Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsListening SkillsSelf-Sufficiency

Tools & Technologies

ResearchUVAWorkday Financials

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Research Administrator (CRA)

Industry Keywords

FARUniform GuidanceHigher EducationSubrecipient MonitoringCollaborative Research Agreements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, create, and manage outgoing sub-awards for the University
Manage setup of subawards in ResearchUVA and Workday Financials
Review subrecipients for conformity with University, federal, state, and sponsor policies
Identify, articulate, and resolve issues in subaward review through contact and follow-up with administrators, faculty, subrecipients, or third parties
Apply knowledge of contractual provisions from federal and non-federal prime sponsors, FDP templates, and subaward terms and conditions
Perform risk assessments of subrecipients' ability to manage subaward responsibilities
Review and negotiate outgoing subaward agreements, amendments, incoming subawards, grant agreements, and similar collaborative research agreements
Manage a complex portfolio and advise University faculty and staff on research administration and compliance
Ensure adherence to FAR, Uniform Guidance, sponsor guidelines, and University policies
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for subrecipient monitoring, document collection, and subaward review and execution
Mentor and guide new administrators
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
At least three years of relevant experience required
A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Strong listening and communication skills
Ability to learn new systems and grasp new concepts and processes efficiently
Ability to work self-sufficiently while contributing actively to the Pre-Award team
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Experience with grants and contracts in research administration within an institution of higher education preferred
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification or similar preferred
Must not require sponsorship at this time
Successful completion of background checks prior to employment
Resume and cover letter required for application
Minimum of three references required via SkillSurvey

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefited position
Option to work on-site, hybrid, or fully remote, following the University's remote work guidelines
Equal opportunity employment
Consideration for veterans and individuals with disabilities