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OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III

Job in Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, 35485, USA
Listing for: Inside Higher Ed
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 62300 - 81000 USD Yearly USD 62300.00 81000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III - 528262

OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III - 528262

Join to apply for the OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III - 528262 role at Inside Higher Ed

Pay Grade/Pay Range

Minimum: $62,300 - Midpoint: $81,000 (Salaried E10)

Department/Organization

702201 - Sponsored Program Admin

Normal Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants

Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary

The OSP Grant and Contract Specialist III independently assists researchers and staff in the review and processing of sponsored project proposals and budgets under limited supervision. Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local government regulations related to pre‑award and/or post‑award sponsored project activities. Provides oversight and review of grant and contract activities prepared by the researchers and their administrative teams and provides resolution on complex highly matters.

Reviews and approves proposals with responsibility for timely submission to the sponsor. Develops and provides training to OSP and college level staff, including use of electronic research administration systems. Serves as the liaison between the University and the sponsor. Collaborates with key stakeholders to develop procedures and processes that mobilité business practices.

Additional Department Summary

Mentors grant and contract staff and assists with resolution of unique and complex matters that arise. Maintains working knowledge of University policies and procedures, and various federal and state regulations governing Lafed sponsored research administration and independently interpret and apply them in a variety of situations.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of grant and/or contract administration experience; OR master's degree and four (4) years of grant and/or contract administration experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher and six (6) years of experience in the administration of grants and contracts. CRA is preferred.

Background Investigation Statement

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation and information obtained from social mediaחת other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automaticallyبوك disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative verduras behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal

Employment Opportunity

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. mien Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights:
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The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industry

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