Grants Administrator - Pre Award
Core
Mid-level administrator leading pre-award research grant administration, guiding Principal Investigators from opportunity identification through compliant proposal submission and initial award setup.
Role type
Pre-Award Grants Administrator
Builds
Compliant grant proposals and award acceptance documentation for CUNY researchers
Domain
Higher education research administration
Required skills
Pre-award research administration, solicitation analysis, budget justification, proposal package preparation, electronic submission management, compliance interpretation, project management, quality control, written communication, verbal communication
Preferred skills
Award setup and handoff experience, Cayuse proficiency, Grants.gov familiarity, advanced Excel, knowledge of human subjects/biosafety/export controls
Technologies
Cayuse, Grants.gov, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Assist investigators in identifying funding opportunities; analyze solicitations to confirm eligibility and map requirements; lead preparation and review of proposal packages including budgets; manage electronic routing and submission through sponsor portals; coordinate award acceptance and initial account setup; resolve transition items like budget clarification; maintain records and track proposal status; prepare reports for leadership.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC