Florida International University
Grant Administrator I - Engineering
Florida International University, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Grant Administrator I - Engineering
Florida International University is a Top 50 public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries. Located in Miami, FIU offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields, including National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. As a Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation.
Job Summary The Grant Administrator I, under the direction of the Associate Director of Research Administration, Pre‑Award, assists in matters pertaining to the administration of grants regarding pre‑award processes for the College of Engineering and Computing. Works with Principal Investigators (PIs) to prepare competitive grant and contract proposals, ensuring compliance with sponsor, federal, state and university requirements.
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation, review and submission of grant proposals within the College of Engineering and Computing.
Provide routine guidance to faculty and research staff on proposal preparation requirements, sponsor guidelines, internal deadlines and university procedures.
Review proposal narratives, budgets, budget justifications and supporting documentation for accuracy, consistency and compliance with sponsor and university policies.
Coordinate with faculty, staff and ORED to facilitate submission, budget review, compliance checks and other pre‑award functions.
Maintain confidentiality of information involving research grant activities, including sponsor‑specific requirements and faculty submissions.
Apply sponsor regulations, funding announcements and federal/state guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance in proposal submissions.
Assist PIs with identifying required proposal components and ensure proper formatting, documentation and certifications are included.
Monitor and maintain records of proposal submissions, deadlines, sponsor communications and prepare regular updates for the Associate Director and faculty as needed.
Communicate with ORED to track proposal status, resolve issues and ensure timely completion of sponsor requirements.
Recommend and apply established procedures for proposal preparation to improve efficiency, completeness and compliance.
Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related experience; OR five (5) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
Job Category Administrative
Advertised Salary $56,014.60 – $58,000
Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM – End time: 5:00 PM
Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check
E‑EO Statement Florida International University is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary The Grant Administrator I, under the direction of the Associate Director of Research Administration, Pre‑Award, assists in matters pertaining to the administration of grants regarding pre‑award processes for the College of Engineering and Computing. Works with Principal Investigators (PIs) to prepare competitive grant and contract proposals, ensuring compliance with sponsor, federal, state and university requirements.
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation, review and submission of grant proposals within the College of Engineering and Computing.
Provide routine guidance to faculty and research staff on proposal preparation requirements, sponsor guidelines, internal deadlines and university procedures.
Review proposal narratives, budgets, budget justifications and supporting documentation for accuracy, consistency and compliance with sponsor and university policies.
Coordinate with faculty, staff and ORED to facilitate submission, budget review, compliance checks and other pre‑award functions.
Maintain confidentiality of information involving research grant activities, including sponsor‑specific requirements and faculty submissions.
Apply sponsor regulations, funding announcements and federal/state guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance in proposal submissions.
Assist PIs with identifying required proposal components and ensure proper formatting, documentation and certifications are included.
Monitor and maintain records of proposal submissions, deadlines, sponsor communications and prepare regular updates for the Associate Director and faculty as needed.
Communicate with ORED to track proposal status, resolve issues and ensure timely completion of sponsor requirements.
Recommend and apply established procedures for proposal preparation to improve efficiency, completeness and compliance.
Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related experience; OR five (5) years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
Job Category Administrative
Advertised Salary $56,014.60 – $58,000
Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM – End time: 5:00 PM
Pre‑Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check
E‑EO Statement Florida International University is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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