Grant Administrator

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to work at a leading organization in Cleveland, OH (fully onsite). This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Type: 3-Month Temporary Assignment

• Competitive pay rate with weekly pay
• Opportunity to work within a respected higher education environment
• Gain valuable experience in grants and research administration
• Potential for assignment extension and career growth
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Supporting the preparation and submission of grant proposals by coordinating requirements, gathering documentation, and working with internal and external stakeholders
• Assisting with management of sponsored research accounts, including budget monitoring, reviewing expenditures, and ensuring appropriate fund usage
• Preparing financial reports, reconciling account activity, and assisting with grant closeout processes
• Reviewing expenses and documentation to ensure compliance with university policies and sponsor requirements
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting needs
• Partnering with faculty, researchers, finance teams, and administrative staff throughout the grant lifecycle
• Tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, budget updates, and supporting other grant-related activities
• Assisting with process improvements, updating documentation, and supporting training materials as needed

• Have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Bring experience in grants administration, research administration, higher education, nonprofit, accounting, finance, or related fields
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to review and interpret financial information
• Have experience managing budgets, tracking expenses, reconciling information, or supporting compliance processes
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and can manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, with strong collaboration skills
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with People Soft, Oracle, or other financial systems is a plus