Coordinator, Grants Senior

uakron· 100 The University of Akron
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📍 Akron, OhioFull time💰 USD 52K+
Full time100 The University of Akron

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Job Summary

Provide assistance to faculty in the development and submission of proposals for external funding for assigned departments. Oversee and facilitate the negotiation and acceptance of awards from external sponsors. Perform numerous higher-level administrative duties that require negotiation, collaboration and analytical skills.

Essential Functions

  • 50% Provide assistance to faculty in the development of proposals for external funding for assigned department(s). Collaborate with University administrators to coordinate activities pertaining to the securing of funds. Respond to inquiries regarding grants and meet with administrators to review proposals and resolve problems. Coordinate with deans and department chairs regarding guidelines for proposal authorization and obtain clearances on unusual requests for proposal submissions. Assemble funding and budget information, proposal documents, confirm sources of cost sharing, and certification of compliance with sponsor and university policies. Prepare and dispatch proposals to sponsors in accordance with each funding agency's guidelines and mandates.

  • 35% Review, analyze, and accept awards from external funding sources. Participate in negotiating terms and conditions for research agreements between The University of Akron and corporate sponsors and other outside sources when appropriate. Prepare and dispatch subcontracts and consultant agreements on awards.

  • 10% Responsible for no cost extensions, budget revisions, amendments and extensions of subcontracts and consultant agreements. Coordinate with the grant accountant(s) on any post award actions that require sponsor approval.

  • 5% Responsible for maintaining proposal and award database information for assigned departments and for providing specialized data reports as necessary. Maintain current knowledge of government regulation and guidelines.

Additional Position Information:

Education: Bachelor's Degree required.

Experience: Requires a minimum of 4 years experience in progressively more responsible office administration and information records management, with at least one year of grants and sponsored programs experience preferred. Knowledge of funding sources, university policies and electronic research administration required. Strong communication, problem solving, budget management and computer skills to include word processing, spreadsheets and specialized databases required.

Leadership: Functional guidance over nonexempt staff including general scheduling, assigning tasks and monitoring work activities.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Compensation: The compensation for this position starts at $51,800 and is commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach your resume and cover letter.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Cindy Harm

Email:

charm@uakron.edu

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees.  The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus.  As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. 

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

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The listed salary for this Coordinator, Grants Senior position at uakron is USD 52K+. This is an Full time role.
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This Coordinator, Grants Senior role at uakron is based in Akron, Ohio. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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