Grants Coordinator

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.

As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Grants Coordinator A

Grants Coordinator A

Responsible for supporting sponsored research program activities, including the review and submission of compliant proposals. Gathers documentation and tracks subcontracts, monitors expenditures and assists with budget development. Serves as a liaison between internal and external contacts, communicates information and delivers reports.

• Pre-award grant support to senior team with the preparation of research proposals to sponsors. Assist with the preparation of budgets and budget justifications. Gather required documents for submission according to funding sponsor guidelines. Review application for completeness
• Create, manage and track subcontracts. Reconcile subcontracts to ensure consistent spending and notify subcontract recipients of important due dates. Track outstanding accounts receivable and process for payment in a timely fashion
• Maintain an organized filing system for departmental accounts, research projects and HR files. Print and distribute monthly fund summary reports to faculty and managers.
• Post-award grant support to senior team.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Associate of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$49,500.00 - $60,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law .

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts :
  Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre‑tax dollars.

• Tuition :
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