GrantsSponsored Programs Administrator
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Job Description
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
PreAward Support:
Lead faculty and staff through the proposal development process from ideation to submission including letters of inquiry concept papers white papers and full grant proposals.
Validate proposal submissions for accuracy and completeness ensuring compliance with institutional and sponsor guidelines.
Develop proposal templates checklists and timelines and collaborate with faculty to adhere to proposal deadlines.
Conduct funding opportunity searches and assist faculty and staff in identifying relevant
opportunities.
Develop budget models that align with project requirements and funding agency regulations.
Conduct strategic reviews of rejected proposals to strengthen grant applications and implement solutions for resubmissions.
Provide workshops and outreach on grant processes agency requirements and funding resources.
Catalyze and facilitate crossdisciplinary research collaborations that may lead to external grant proposals.
Monitor ORSP email inbox and respond or direct inquiries to the appropriate team member.
Manage ACUs limited submissions process by posting limited funding opportunities to the website developing rubrics and soliciting reviewers.
PostAward Support:
Provide guidance on postaward research administration to ensure compliance with funding agency and university policies.
Monitor project timelines budgets and reporting requirements.
Assist in the timely submission of financial and technical reports to funding agencies.
Staying uptodate with funding agency regulations and guidelines
Compliance and Communication:
Develop and maintain partnerships with faculty and project staff to foster effective communication and collaboration.
Ensure compliance with federal regulations university policies and sponsor guidelines.
Serve on relevant university committees and liaise with regulatory compliance committees as assigned.
Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external funding agencies.
Maintain accurate records on faculty proposals submissions and awards within office data systems.
Provide budget and fiscal management support ensuring compliance with federal and university requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned by the executive director of research and sponsored projects.
Attend conferences and professional development opportunities as needed.
Adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities while maintaining a growth mindset.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelors degree and at least three years of relevant experience in preaward grant submission in an academic research environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an appropriately accredited institution.
Required Qualifications:
Experience with creating and submitting grant proposals through systems like and Cayuse.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Strong problemsolving facilitation and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in university research projects and funding management.
Knowledge of OMBs Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200.
Experience with PIVOT funding databases.
Advanced knowledge of preaward and postaward grant functions at a predominantly undergraduate institution (PUI).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with sound judgment.
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
