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Pre-Award Grant Administrator

Georgetown University
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Pre-Award Grant Administrator is responsible for reviewing, negotiating and administering incoming externally funded research grants and contracts. This position will serve as the primary liaison with external sponsors, and will review and submit proposals on behalf of the university. The Pre-Award Grant Administrator will be responsible for, but not limited to :

  • Set up new awards, processing changes to existing awards in Georgetown's financial system.
  • Support the researchers of Cluster #x, each of which includes several departments within Main campus and the Medical Center.
  • Work independently through their own deadlines, and will support all aspects of a grant or contract award, from cradle to grave including : proposal submission, award set-up, award management and assistance with closeout activities.

Work Interactions

The Pre-Award Grant Administrator reports directly to their Cluster Research Administrator. This position works closely with the Sr. Pre-Award Grant Administrator, with other staff members in their cluster, across the Post-Award Grant Administrator roles within JORA, and other collaborating offices to ensure that awards are complete, accurate and in compliance with sponsor and institutional regulations, policies and guidelines.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in a university or other non-profit grants management role
  • Knowledge of NIH funding mechanisms, including R01, P01, P30, T32 and foundation proposals
  • Flexible and adaptable to accommodate ongoing changes to internal and external policies
  • Capacity to establish clear priorities and multi-task in a high-volume setting
  • Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure
  • Demonstrated financial accounting skills to enable financial and programmatic report production, and should include a high level of proficiency in Excel
  • Proven experience with financial systems, accounting, and cost accounting standards as they pertain to grants and contracts management
  • Skill in fostering a collaborative, customer-oriented working environment where there are multiple customers with competing priorities
  • Professional communication style, with an ability to work with external sponsors
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Research Administration (CRA), Certified Pre-Award Research Administration (CPRA) and / or Certified Financial Research Administration (CFRA)
  • Familiarity with Workday
  • Work Mode Designation

    This position has been designated as Telework. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website :

    Pay Range :

    The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is :

    47,586.00 - $87,558.13

    Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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    If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.

    Submission Guidelines :

    Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

    Need Assistance :

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

    Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

    EEO Statement :

    Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Benefits :

    Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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