Grants Adminstration Coordinator

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Business Unit:
College of Dentistry

Reg-Temp:
Full‑Time Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Remote/Telecommuting:
Hybrid (part‑time working on site, part‑time working off‑site)

Responsible for assisting with a wide range of budgetary activities related to the administration and management of multiple grants (federal, industry, state, non‑profit) in the College of Dentistry with supervision and guidance. This will include preparation, continuation, and expansion of budget requests; year‑end close‑out grant management and reconciliation, and cost allocation.

Education: Not specified (NA)

Experience (minimum 2 years): Increasingly responsible administrative support to include accounting/budgeting and some experience with research grants administration.

Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize projects.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff.

Education: Business, Public Administration, Finance or related field.

Experience (Preferred):

• Knowledge of Uniform Guidance and/or the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Experience with electronic research administration systems (e.g., grants.gov, research.gov, NSPIREs, and eRA Commons).
• Experience in sponsored program administration.

License / Certification: Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification.

Computer Applications: SAP, Microsoft Outlook.

Additional

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply Uniform Guidance guidelines.
• Experience preparing cost reports and budgets for sponsored projects.

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402‑559‑4070 or unmcstaffing to request an accommodation.