Grants & Contracts Administrator

Responsibilities

• Support University-wide pre-award and post-award grant and research administration functions within the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs.
• Guide faculty and staff in the development, submission, and preparation of research and non-research grants, contracts, and sub-awards.
• Coordinate internal proposal routings and screen research compliance committee applications (IRB, IACUC, RSC, and IBC).
• Review grant and contract application forms to ensure cost accuracy and compliance with federal regulations, award terms, and University policies.
• Identify and communicate funding opportunities to faculty and staff.
• Utilize grants management and prospecting software systems to perform routine duties and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain a comprehensive calendar to ensure all University and sponsor deadlines for proposals and supporting documents are met.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of ORSP reports and update the department website with templates and training materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in a related position.
• Knowledge of federal regulations related to grants and contracts.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work and manage workload independently and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong research administration knowledge and skills.
• Experience using systems such as Cayuse, Banner, eRA Commons, Research.gov, or Grants.gov.
• Knowledge of agency policies related to grants supported by federal agencies, including NIH, NSF, NASA, DOEd, and DOD.

About the Company

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is a Catholic and historically Black university located in New Orleans. The University's purpose is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society through a diverse learning and teaching environment.