Grant/Contract Administrator

Job Description:

About Brown

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world. Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity

 Grant & Contract Administrator is a member of the Pre-Award team in the University's Office of Sponsored Projects. The incumbent is expected to provide direct services to faculty, department managers and all members of the research community. Responsibilities include reviewing and approving proposals, negotiating and accepting awards, issuing subawards under Brown prime agreements and participating in the implementation of an electronic grants management system. The Grant & Contract Administrator ensures compliance with research policies of both the University and its external sponsors. They are expected to address and resolve all issues that arise during the life of ongoing sponsored projects in a timely manner.

• Review and approval of proposals for submission to external sponsors
• Negotiate and finalize contracts, grants and other agreement types from domestic and foreign foundation, industrial, federal and other sponsors including Subcontracts, Teaming, Collaboration and Consortia Agreements to ensure University’s compliance with sponsor regulations and University research policy.
• ​On-going sponsored project administration and subaward/subrecipient management.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BS/BA required; 3 to 5 years of research administration experience including negotiation of sponsored research agreements or equivalent education and experience. Experience in research-intensive university or academic medical center is preferred. Experience participating in a grants system implementation is a plus.
• Knowledge of Grants.gov, NIH eCommons, NSF FastLane, Research.gov, NASA NSPIRES, Proposal Central and other common eRA portals is expected. Knowledge of COEUS or other electronic grants management systems is strongly preferred. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat required.
• Understanding of “Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards at 2 CFR 200, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)” and content, as well as federal and non-federal pre- and post- award guidelines. Familiarity with subrecipient compliance issues including all aspects of subrecipient monitoring as well as international research requirements, cost-sharing, effort reporting, conflict of interest, salary cap. Knowledge of Export Control Regulations and matters including Conflict of Interest in research, the IACUC and IRB process.
• Awareness of academic research policies related to federal and non-federal grants and contracts is expected as is ability to review accurately, in detail, grant, contract and all other documents related to research, written procedures and correspondence.

Job Competencies

• This position requires a candidate who exhibits an engaged and responsible attitude and possesses the ability to work effectively with both faculty and staff members. Key skills of successful candidate will include analytical, critical thinking, planning and organizing, attention to detail and accuracy, excellent follow-through and ability to anticipate needs of the research community including external sponsors.
• Ability to work well with faculty, department managers and administrators, deans, external agency officials and colleagues within Office of the Vice President for Research. Capacity for high caliber delivery of customer service. Candidate must be self-directed with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet multiple deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking, presentation and training. High level of attention to detail and ability to successfully multi-task is required.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment

Additional Information 

Applicants are asked to include a resume with their application. 

We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this position.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-08-15

Job Posting Title:

Grant/Contract Administrator

Department:

Office of Sponsored Projects

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Remote Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.