Research Funding Administrator

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15521P

Working Title

Research Funding Administrator

Department

VPR-Complex Carbohyd Rsch Ctr

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

External

TRS or ORP

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Normal hours are 8am - 5pm Monday through Friday but hours and days could vary based on grant workload.

$65,000+ commensurate with experience

07/28/2026

Yes

10/01/2026

Athens Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Grants Professional III

Exempt

1.0

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Reporting to the Joint Director of the CCRC / CMM , the Research Funding Administrator is a senior-level grants management professional overseeing pre-award administration for the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center and the Center for Molecular Medicine (Centers), which receive over $20M per year in external funding. Supported by one or more Grants Specialists, this position manages the full grant lifecycle, tracks progress, and provides updates to faculty.

The role also serves as a liaison with the Office of Sponsored Projects and funding agencies, while supporting faculty in proposal development and award administration. In addition, the Research Funding Administrator represents the Centers on institutional committees and must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and sponsor regulations (e.g., NIH , NSF , DOE , USDA ) related to sponsored research.
• In-depth understanding of pre-award and post-award grant administration processes.
• Knowledge of institutional policies, financial administration, and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with electronic research administration systems and grant submission platforms.
• Understanding of budget development, financial tracking, and reporting…