Grants Associate (Research Administration & Sponsored Projects)

We are seeking a Grants Associate who will manage a portfolio of grant activities under the purview of their assigned research administration department. This role will provide the final institutional review and submission of proposals and award acceptance, ensuring responsiveness to sponsor guidelines and compliance with institutional policies. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Manage the grants process from proposal submission through closeout for assigned departments/divisions. Review proposals for completeness and compliance. Write exception letters when needed. Approve and submit grant applications and Just-In-Time requests. Interpret grant guidelines and apply them to specific applications, awards and issues. Communicate with faculty and staff to provide instruction, assistance and advice on grant preparation and administration and to request corrections and resolve discrepancies. Review all prior approval requests and administrative updates such as no-cost extension requests, and JIT documentation. Serve as a resource to field questions from faculty and department research staff on sponsored projects issues. Interpret, communicate and provide detailed advice to faculty and staff regarding proposals, interpretation of rules, regulations and compliance issues, and assist in applying them to specific applications, awards, and issues. Know and understand sponsor and university policies. Take active role in trouble shooting and training departmental users of pre-award