Grants Manager

Essential Job Duties The Grants Manager will independently lead the planning, coordination, and financial administration of a growing portfolio of contracts and grants across the institution’s departments. The position will support the full life cycle of proposals and awarded sponsored research program projects, ensuring compliance with applicable processes and guidelines. The Grants Manager will lead submissions, monitor expenditures and analyze the burn rate on sponsored projects, communicate financial data and provide expert consultation. They will liaise with the Office of Sponsored Research to manage project budgets, comply with agency guidelines and document cost share. Additional duties include analyzing financial data through university applications to perform day‑to‑day program project monitoring, performing PAATs and funding swaps as needed, preparing funding agency progress reports with PIs and relevant parties, and conducting project close‑out activities and submitting and tracking closing entries needed through university applications. Minimum Experience and Education Minimum of 1 year of direct experience in research administration, grant management, or complex financial analysis. Department Required Skills Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze budgets, calculate burn rates, and forecast expenditures. Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable advice for researchers and academic personnel. High attention to detail and proficiency using enterprise‑level financial software and applications. Preferred Experience and Training Experience with contracts and grants within higher education. Benefits Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non‑revenue generating sporting events for free Childcare discounts Wellness & Recreation Membership Wellness Programs Legal Notice NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or View email address on click.appcast.io. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr