Acquire Talent Partners LLC
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Pre-Award Grant Management:
Collaborate with researchers, principal investigators (PIs), and research administration staff to develop grant proposals in accordance with sponsor guidelines and institutional policies. Provide guidance and support in the preparation of grant budgets, budget justifications, and other required proposal documents. Conduct comprehensive reviews of grant applications to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with funder requirements. Submit grant applications through electronic grant submission portals or other designated platforms, meeting all submission deadlines. Grant Funding Identification and Opportunity Assessment: Identify potential funding opportunities from federal agencies, private foundations, and other sponsors aligned with the institution's research priorities. Work closely with PIs and research teams to assess the feasibility and alignment of funding opportunities with research goals and objectives. Post-Award Grant Administration: Serve as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries and communications from funders, collaborators, and internal stakeholders. Coordinate the establishment of grant accounts, budget revisions, and sub-awards in collaboration with finance and research administration teams. Monitor grant expenditures, budget variances, and financial performance, providing regular updates to PIs and senior leadership. Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures governing grant administration, including federal, state, and institutional requirements. Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports, progress reports, and other required documentation to funding agencies and sponsors. Facilitate audits and reviews by external auditors and funding agencies, providing support as needed to ensure successful outcomes. Training and Professional Development:
Provide training, guidance, and support to PIs, research staff, and administrative colleagues on grant-related matters, policies, and procedures. Stay abreast of changes in grant regulations, policies, and best practices through professional development opportunities, webinars, and conferences. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Sciences, etc.). Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in grants management, sponsored research administration, or related roles in a medical research institution or academic setting. Strong understanding of grant regulations, policies, and procedures, particularly related to federal funding agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, etc.). Experience with pre-award grant proposal development, budgeting, and submission processes. Proficiency in grant management software and electronic research administration systems (e.g., eRA Commons, Cayuse, etc.). Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment. Commitment to the mission and values of the medical research institution.
Responsibilities:
Pre-Award Grant Management:
Collaborate with researchers, principal investigators (PIs), and research administration staff to develop grant proposals in accordance with sponsor guidelines and institutional policies. Provide guidance and support in the preparation of grant budgets, budget justifications, and other required proposal documents. Conduct comprehensive reviews of grant applications to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with funder requirements. Submit grant applications through electronic grant submission portals or other designated platforms, meeting all submission deadlines. Grant Funding Identification and Opportunity Assessment: Identify potential funding opportunities from federal agencies, private foundations, and other sponsors aligned with the institution's research priorities. Work closely with PIs and research teams to assess the feasibility and alignment of funding opportunities with research goals and objectives. Post-Award Grant Administration: Serve as the primary point of contact for grant-related inquiries and communications from funders, collaborators, and internal stakeholders. Coordinate the establishment of grant accounts, budget revisions, and sub-awards in collaboration with finance and research administration teams. Monitor grant expenditures, budget variances, and financial performance, providing regular updates to PIs and senior leadership. Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures governing grant administration, including federal, state, and institutional requirements. Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports, progress reports, and other required documentation to funding agencies and sponsors. Facilitate audits and reviews by external auditors and funding agencies, providing support as needed to ensure successful outcomes. Training and Professional Development:
Provide training, guidance, and support to PIs, research staff, and administrative colleagues on grant-related matters, policies, and procedures. Stay abreast of changes in grant regulations, policies, and best practices through professional development opportunities, webinars, and conferences. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Sciences, etc.). Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in grants management, sponsored research administration, or related roles in a medical research institution or academic setting. Strong understanding of grant regulations, policies, and procedures, particularly related to federal funding agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, etc.). Experience with pre-award grant proposal development, budgeting, and submission processes. Proficiency in grant management software and electronic research administration systems (e.g., eRA Commons, Cayuse, etc.). Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced research environment. Commitment to the mission and values of the medical research institution.