Grants Administrator (Post-Award)

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

1d•$60,000 - $106,090•Hybrid

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY). The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries. We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY. The Grants and Sponsored Programs (GSP) Office at The City College of New York (CCNY), under the Office of the Provost, provides professional guidance and administrative support for all sponsored research activities. Our mission is to enhance the management of sponsored projects, ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies, and streamline post-award processes for faculty and staff. The Grants Administrator (Post Award) is a mid-level professional responsible for supporting all aspects of post-award grant and contract management within the GSP. Reporting to the Director of GSP, the incumbent works closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), project staff, and administrative departments to ensure fiscal accountability, compliance with sponsor regulations, and effective management of sponsored projects from award setup through closeout. This role focuses on budget management, fiscal reporting, compliance oversight, and communication with sponsoring agencies. The Grants Administrator also ensures that project expenditures align with sponsor guidelines and institutional policies. This is a hybrid position. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment and are subject to operational needs and the CUNY Flexible Work Guidelines

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of post-award grant administration and sponsored program management
Familiarity with federal, state, and private sponsor regulations (e.g., Uniform Guidance, NSF, NIH)
Strong understanding of budgeting principles, cost analysis, and compliance policies
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and other data management tools

Nice To Haves

Experience working in higher education or research administration
Knowledge of RFCUNY systems and processes
Experience with Cayuse or other sponsored programs management systems
Understanding of CUNY and CCNY policies governing sponsored projects

Responsibilities

Serve as a key liaison between PIs, RFCUNY, and sponsor agencies to ensure accurate and compliant award management
Review award documentation and establish project accounts in coordination with RFCUNY
Monitor project budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional guidelines
Assist PIs with budget revisions, cost transfers, no-cost extensions, and other post-award modifications
Prepare and maintain fiscal documentation, including financial reports, effort certifications, and cost-share documentation
Review and reconcile financial statements and assist with project closeout procedures
Facilitate communication among internal departments (e.g., procurement, HR, accounting) to ensure timely processing of project-related transactions
Provide guidance and training to faculty and staff on post-award compliance, financial management, and reporting procedures
Maintain accurate and organized records of post-award activities in accordance with audit and retention requirements
Prepare periodic reports for internal stakeholders and leadership
Assist with internal audits, compliance reviews, and sponsor inquiries
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance post-award administrative processes
Perform other duties as assigned