Grants Administrator
CUNY
Grants Administrator
**POSITION DETAILS**
The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program) and a Physician Assistant Master’s Degree (27 months program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school’s mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high quality, culturally competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York’s medically under-served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect the diversity of our student body.
Under the supervision of the Director of Research Programs, the Grants Administrator will assist Principal investigators (PIs) in the submission of grant applications (Pre-Award) and the management of awarded grants (Post-Award). In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Grants Administrator duties include but are limited to the following responsibilities:
+ Reviews and interprets submission requirements & agency guidelines from Federal, State, CUNY, and/or private agencies solicitation announcements to: o Confirm investigators & CUNY MED meet eligibility requirements.o Ensure compliance with sponsor, City University of New York (CUNY) and CUNY MED guidelines, policies, and procedures.o Identify limitations and special requirements associated with solicitation announcements, such as budget restrictions, cost sharing requirements, etc.o Communicate with agency officials regarding any submission guideline queries and respond to requests.
+ Assists PIs with the development of proposal budgets to ensure: o Budget meets agency funding requirements and adheres to CUNY MED and CUNY policies.o Finalized budgets are approved by the GSP Director.o Timely receipt of all documents from partnering institutions such as subcontractor budgets, letters of commitment, and other necessary information.o Proposals are complete, validated, and submitted on time.o Compliance with CUNY MED GSP protocols to support Investigators in the submission of grant applications.
+ Provide PIs guidance and assistance for proposal development including preparation of administrative forms that comply with agency guidelines and requirements.
+ Manage and track data for proposal submissions, Notice of Grant Awards (NOGAs) and prepare reports.
+ Coordinates with RFCUNY to assign account numbers to funded proposals.
+ Provide assistance to PIs to manage RFCUNY accounts and electronic systems.
+ Assist with post award tasks, not limited to preparing budget modifications, no cost extensions, cost share reports, effort reports, contract intake forms, close out reports, and other required documentation as required by CUNY, CUNY MED, and funding agency requirements.
+ Assists in preparing reports as needed; Communicates and coordinates with other departments or institutions on matters related to sponsored programs.
+ Serves on committees and convenes groups as needed; Participates in relevant professional activities and personal development in the field.
+ Performs other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for Research or designee.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
Bachelor's degree and six years' related experience required.
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
+ Three (3) years of experience in sponsored programs and grants administration or related field
+ Possession of the core competencies related to research administration
+ Experience in sponsored programs and grants administration within the CUNY system.
+ Experience working with RFCUNY electronic systems and knowledge of RF policies & procedures.
+ Strong knowledge of various government agency (Federal, NY State and NYC) and corporate sponsored program requirements and practices.
+ Experience using systems for grant proposal submission such as Cayuse 424, Grants.gov, NYS Grants Gateway, DOD eBRAP, and NSF Fastlane.
**CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW**
Manages College's grant development programs and operations.
- Manages grant development activities; writes grants, creates grant budgets and monitors compliance
- Assists Director in implementation of grants; works closely and independently with grantors in resolving issues
- Conducts prospect research; identifies, analyzes and cultivates potential funding sources
- Guides faculty in finding appropriate funding sources based on discipline and/or research interest
- Develops and conducts grants-related training with faculty and staff
- May manage professional and/or clerical staff
- Performs related duties as assigned.
**CUNY TITLE**
Higher Education Associate
**FLSA**
Exempt
**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**
Salary Range: $90,375 - $104,047
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
**HOW TO APPLY**
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.
**CLOSING DATE**
Open until closed. Review of resumes to begin on January 24, 2025.
**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
29645
Location
CUNY School of Medicine
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