The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia seeks to fill the role of Grants Coordinator III, a highly responsible professional staff position working with College faculty and the Office for Sponsored Programs. This position is primarily responsible for the submission and approval of external funding applications. This position will primarily work with faculty in development, preparation, and review of proposals for external funding, as well as submit proposals to sponsors within DLSA limits, and coordinate submission of proposals outside DLSA limits with College of Engineering Grants Coordinators and/or SPA. The Grants Coordinator III will serve as a Decentralized Limited Signatory Authority (DLSA) and is expected to complete the necessary certification for a phase-2 DLSA within the first 3 months of employment. Terms and Conditions Certification (RTC) status through the Sponsored Projects Office should be attained after DLSA certification is achieved.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with grants support in an academic unit at a USG institution.
• Understanding of research administration roles and responsibilities at all levels for all university players, external sponsors, and project types.
• Experience in reading and understanding policies and guidelines.
• Familiar with policies of major federal sponsors and federal guidelines.
• Experience in research administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For more information, please review the job description in full at the link below. The successful applicant will be required to complete a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia. Interested candidates must apply here directly on the UGA Jobs portal to be considered: University of Georgia -- https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/486079
Employment Type: Full-Time