Research Funding Administrator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14392P

Working Title

Research Funding Administrator

Department

Franklin-Deans Business Office

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College / Unit / Department website

https : / / franklin.uga.edu

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F, 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

11 / 14 / 2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

12 / 15 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Position Information

Classification Title

Grants Professional I

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Research Funding Administrator position is considered a hands-on, high-level responsibility individual that reports to the Research Project Manager for all research / sponsored accounting including monitoring grant awards for accuracy and compliance with standards and providing post-award guidance. This incumbent serves as the contact for pre and post-award grant administration between the Franklin College Business Office ( FCBO ) and UGA's Office of Sponsored Project Administration ( SPA ). In the pre-award stage, the person in this position closely interfaces with Principal Investigators and Sponsored Programs in the submission of grant proposals. The employee provides support for post-awarding activities, such as monitoring grant awards for accuracy and compliance with standards and providing post-award guidance. This individual manages and prepares monthly reconciliation reports for the unit's research / research related accounts and will aid faculty and staff regarding policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

• Direct experience in the area of research administration or financial project management.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage multiple competing projects in an organized, efficient manner by prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of pre-award and post-award regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with grant policies related to federal funding agencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Substantially developed interpersonal and teamwork skills to successfully work with a variety of groups in an academic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to interact with a variety of personalities at all levels, exercising tact, confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility to promote positive working relationships and job effectiveness.

Software experience and expertise in :

Physical Demands

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Post-Award :

Percentage of time

75

Duties / Responsibilities

Pre-Award :

Percentage of time

15

Duties / Responsibilities

Approvals and Compliance :

Coordinate and provide leadership on special projects assigned by the director.

Percentage of time

10