University of Miami
Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs (Pre-Award Unit)
University of Miami, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs (Pre‑Award Unit)
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Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs (Pre‑Award Unit)
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University of Miami .
Job Overview The Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs directs and oversees all administrative and financial aspects of the Sponsored Programs division at the assigned facilities. The Senior Manager operates with the goals of increasing sponsored funding levels and the output of funding proposals, as well as maximizing the use and efficacy of existing research funding dollars. The incumbent develops and implements policies and methods that further these goals.
Core Job Functions
Identifies potential donors or sources of funding and plans outreach strategies.
Participates in the development of grant applications and proposals.
Schedules and oversees planning for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community.
Trains, mentors, and supervises sponsored programs staff members, and prepares performance reports.
Negotiates contractual provisions with potential partners.
Develops and provides reports or documentation needed to secure and maintain funding and grants.
Ensures that grants and contracts adhere to organizational standards.
Acts as department expert and primary point of contact on funding issues and disputes.
Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
Department Specific Functions
Supports proposal development and submission for large, complex, and highly diversified research portfolios within the Department of Medicine totaling $40M+ annually.
Oversees the submission of 40+ proposals annually from more than 20 faculty and researchers and over 35 sponsors, including federal, state, industry, foundation, and educational funding.
Serves as primary point of contact for faculty and investigators; develops budgets and justifications; collaborates with the department finance team on cost‑sharing, effort commitments, and resource planning.
Coordinates preparation and review of all required proposal components, including abstracts, project descriptions, specific aims, NIH Biosketches, resource descriptions, letters of support, institutional letters, and sub‑recipient documentation.
Interacts with various federal, state, foundation, and industry sponsors.
Manages complex submissions including multi‑PI, multi‑site, and multi‑project grants such as NIH U, P, and T awards.
Core Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
Benefits The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law.
Job Details
Job Status: Full Time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: A13
Seniority Level: Director
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Higher Education
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Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs (Pre‑Award Unit)
role at
University of Miami .
Job Overview The Sr. Manager, Sponsored Programs directs and oversees all administrative and financial aspects of the Sponsored Programs division at the assigned facilities. The Senior Manager operates with the goals of increasing sponsored funding levels and the output of funding proposals, as well as maximizing the use and efficacy of existing research funding dollars. The incumbent develops and implements policies and methods that further these goals.
Core Job Functions
Identifies potential donors or sources of funding and plans outreach strategies.
Participates in the development of grant applications and proposals.
Schedules and oversees planning for special events that publicize the organization and its programs to the community.
Trains, mentors, and supervises sponsored programs staff members, and prepares performance reports.
Negotiates contractual provisions with potential partners.
Develops and provides reports or documentation needed to secure and maintain funding and grants.
Ensures that grants and contracts adhere to organizational standards.
Acts as department expert and primary point of contact on funding issues and disputes.
Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
Department Specific Functions
Supports proposal development and submission for large, complex, and highly diversified research portfolios within the Department of Medicine totaling $40M+ annually.
Oversees the submission of 40+ proposals annually from more than 20 faculty and researchers and over 35 sponsors, including federal, state, industry, foundation, and educational funding.
Serves as primary point of contact for faculty and investigators; develops budgets and justifications; collaborates with the department finance team on cost‑sharing, effort commitments, and resource planning.
Coordinates preparation and review of all required proposal components, including abstracts, project descriptions, specific aims, NIH Biosketches, resource descriptions, letters of support, institutional letters, and sub‑recipient documentation.
Interacts with various federal, state, foundation, and industry sponsors.
Manages complex submissions including multi‑PI, multi‑site, and multi‑project grants such as NIH U, P, and T awards.
Core Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Knowledge of business and management principles.
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others.
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
Benefits The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law.
Job Details
Job Status: Full Time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: A13
Seniority Level: Director
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Higher Education
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