Grant Administrator, Pre-Award, Office of Research
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onUniversity of Cincinnati Uptown (West) Campus, Varsity Village Drive, Uptown Cincinnati, University Heights, The Heights, Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio, 45221, United States
About the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati is a Carnegie 1 institution and one of the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 53,600 students and 12,000 faculty and staff, UC combines research prowess with a physical setting described by The New York Times as "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." As the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, UC is a leader in cooperative education, the oldest in the country, and a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.
UC is a mission-driven organization committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. At UC, next is all of us.
About the Cooperative Grants Office
The Cooperative Grants Office (CGO) is a centralized department within the Office of Research. The office is primarily responsible for the development, review, and submission of sponsored research proposals, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards of the university, funders, and federal requirements.
About the Role
The Grant Administrator Pre-Award serves as a vital partner to Principal Investigators, assisting in the development of proposals for federal, state, and private funding sources. This role involves advising faculty on program design, budget development, and document editing while ensuring strict compliance with all sponsor requirements. The administrator works closely with an Authorized Organizational Representative to guarantee the timely submission of all necessary proposal documents. Success in this position requires the ability to adapt quickly to both simple and complex proposal submissions while building effective professional relationships across diverse university environments.
Application Instructions
To apply, candidates must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. A resume and cover letter are required and must be attached before submission. Please note that "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites cannot be considered. Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.
For questions regarding the recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. UC is an E-Verify employer; hired candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.
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What does a Grant Administrator, Pre-Award, Office of Research at University of Cincinnati's Center for Entrepreneurship do?expand_more
A Grant Administrator, Pre-Award, Office of Research at University of Cincinnati's Center for Entrepreneurship is responsible for the following: Assist faculty and staff with developing proposals for federal, state, and private grants; Advise on sponsored program design including budget development and document editing; Maintain proposal records and develop documentation templates and instructions; and Facilitate coordination across units for interdisciplinary proposals and collaborative work.
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University of Cincinnati's Center for Entrepreneurship is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree; Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement; One (1) year grant and/or finance-related experience; Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Skills, e.g., Outlook, Word, and Excel; and Proof of employment eligibility via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.