Sponsored Research and Grants Administrator

Pacific Crest Research University's Office of Research and Sponsored Programs is seeking an experienced Grants Administrator to manage pre- and post-award activities for a portfolio of federally and privately funded research grants. This is a high-impact role at the heart of the university's research enterprise. We are looking for someone who understands federal grant compliance, budget management, and faculty partnership, and who takes pride in enabling excellent science through excellent administration.

• Manage a portfolio of sponsored research awards from agencies including NIH, NSF, DOE, and private foundations.

• Support faculty principal investigators in proposal preparation, budget development, and grant submission.

• Ensure compliance with federal regulations including OMB Uniform Guidance and agency-specific requirements.

• Oversee post-award financial management including budget monitoring, reporting, and award closeout.

• Review and negotiate grant terms, subcontracts, and memoranda of understanding.

• Prepare financial reports and effort certifications for grant sponsors.

• Train faculty and departmental staff on grants management procedures and compliance requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Public Administration, or related field.

• 3 to 5 years of grants administration experience in a university or research organization.

• Working knowledge of federal grant regulations, specifically 2 CFR 200 and Uniform Guidance.

• Experience with sponsored research management systems such as Cayuse, Coeus, or Research.gov.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credential.

• Experience with NIH or NSF proposal preparation and system submissions.

• Familiarity with effort reporting processes and indirect cost recovery.