Grant Specialist

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time; repetitive motion related to computer work

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 am EST – 5:00 pm EST
additional hours especially during peak deadline times

Job Summary

Shape the Future of Research Administration at the University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky’s Collaborative Grant Services ( CGS ) department is seeking a dedicated and skilled Post-Award Grant Specialist
. This vital role supports and enables groundbreaking research across the University.

With employees in the department currently working across the U.S. and from both coasts, this is a great remote work opportunity. For those near Lexington, KY, hybrid work may also be available.

As a Post-Award Grant Specialist
, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, support of sponsored award accounting and compliance including ensuring all charges are compliant, preventing over- or under-spending of awards, and contributing regular support through entry and analysis of data within various sponsor and university financial-related systems. Additional responsibilities will be remaining current and knowledgeable on sponsored project policy and related university rules and regulations.

The Grant Specialist will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service through timely response and follow-up related to these duties.

• Top 10% of Academic Medical Centers Nationwide: Recognized as a leader in research excellence and innovation.
• Forbes’ Best Large Employers: Ranked among the Top 100 Employers Nationwide in 2024 and named one of Kentucky’s Best Employers on Forbes’ America’s Best-In-State Employers list.
• 1 of 34 Universities Nationwide: Holds the prestigious trifecta of research designations in cancer, aging, and translational science.
• Flexible Remote Work Options: Enjoy the convenience of fully remote or hybrid roles while supporting groundbreaking research.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, virtual conferences, and training programs to advance your career.

Over the last decade, UK has nearly doubled its total awards for sponsored research, and in the past 5 years, sponsored research has grown more than 40%. In response to this, the Collaborative Grant Services ( CGS ) department was created to handle the business of research, so investigators can focus on the research. This is done by focusing on the people, processes, and technology involved with grants administration.

More information about the department can be found at:
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The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a benefits package that helps us recruit and retain the very best faculty and staff. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation se benefits include our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more.

To learn more about these exceptional benefits, please visit:
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The University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education.  for more information about equivalencies:
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Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams.

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