Location: Atlanta,GA, USA
The senior manager for pre-award research administration is a member of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs team and will be responsible for pre-award activities. They will work closely with federal and non-federal funding agencies, public and private partners, academic units, faculty and staff to ensure compliance with agency guidelines, identify funding opportunities, lead
proposal development teams and submit competitive grant applications. This position holder will
report to the Director of Research and Sponsored Programs and provide standardized reports to
leadership and stakeholders on a regular basis and ad hoc reports, as needed.
Working knowledge of federal grant management policies and regulations governing sponsored agreements, specifically Uniform Guidance.
Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Hiring Standards:
Education: Candidate should possess a BS degree (Master's Preferred)
Years of Experience :At least 5-10 years of grants/research administration experience. Experience working with Institutions of Higher Education Sponsored Programs Office (preferred). Should have experience with on-line application portals (e.g. Research.gov, grants.gov, etc.) and working knowledge of Uniform Guidance and other Federal guidelines.
Years of Management/Supervisor Experience: Preferred Management/Supervisory Experience in a University Sponsored Programs Office.