University of Nebraska
Grants Coordinator I, II, or III
University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Position Information
Working Title
Grants Coordinator I, II, or IIIDepartment
Sponsored Programs-0982Requisition Number
S_240971Posting Open Date
09/24/2024Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
10/07/2024Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled
YesDescription of WorkThe Office of Research and Innovation at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) is committed to promoting a culture and environment for success in research, scholarship, creative endeavors, and economic development. Conducting novel and impactful research that generates new knowledge, solves real-world problems, and enhances lives is among the most fundamental purposes of the institution.
Research and Innovation has an opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for a position with the Office of Sponsored Programs' Pre-Award Team at one of three levels:
Grants Coordinator I ($50,110-$58,787):
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals, verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation. Grants Coordinator II ($54,904-$69,570 ) :
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals, verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Provide oversight and training for department-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation.
Grants Coordinator III ($62,068-$82,761):
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Provide oversight, training and/or mentoring for other OSP staff. Also provide oversight and training for department-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation.
This position may be considered for remote work in accordance withthe University of Nebraska's Alternative Worksite program. More information is available at https://nebraska.edu/alternative-worksite.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required QualificationsGrants Coordinator I:
Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of grant proposal review and submission experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills. Grants Coordinator II:
Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of grant proposal review and submission experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Grants Coordinator III :
Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of pre-award research administration experience at a university, state, or other public institution; equivalent education/experience considered. Knowledge of UG and experience with Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons or other sponsor electronic proposal submission systems. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Preferred QualificationsGrants Coordinator I:
Basic knowledge of grant proposals, budgets and sponsor guidelines within a university setting. Knowledge of NuRamp, UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons. Grants Coordinator II:
Grant proposal review and submission experience within a university setting. Knowledge of, and some experience with, NuRamp, UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons. CRA and/or CPRA .
Grants Coordinator III :
Master's degree. Experience in pre-award research administration tasks at UNL and in NuRamp. Extensive experience with UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, and eRA Commons. CRA and/or CPRA .
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
NoPhysical Required
NoCommercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
NoCriminal History Background Check Required
YesPosted Salary
Negotiable based on qualifications and experienceHow to ApplyClick on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contactEmber Welsch, Human Resources Coordinator LeadOffice of Research and Innovationewelsch2@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Managerial/ProfessionalJob Type
Full-TimeAlternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NEPosition funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
NoIf Temporary, indicate end datePlanned Hire Date:Appointment End Date
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover LetterList of ReferencesOptional Documents
Working Title
Grants Coordinator I, II, or IIIDepartment
Sponsored Programs-0982Requisition Number
S_240971Posting Open Date
09/24/2024Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
10/07/2024Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled
YesDescription of WorkThe Office of Research and Innovation at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) is committed to promoting a culture and environment for success in research, scholarship, creative endeavors, and economic development. Conducting novel and impactful research that generates new knowledge, solves real-world problems, and enhances lives is among the most fundamental purposes of the institution.
Research and Innovation has an opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for a position with the Office of Sponsored Programs' Pre-Award Team at one of three levels:
Grants Coordinator I ($50,110-$58,787):
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals, verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation. Grants Coordinator II ($54,904-$69,570 ) :
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals, verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Provide oversight and training for department-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation.
Grants Coordinator III ($62,068-$82,761):
Provide institutional oversight for submission of external funding proposals verifying compliance with University, State, Federal, and Sponsor guidelines and regulations. Provide specialized guidance to faculty and staff in gaining knowledge of, acquiring, and finalizing external proposals. Provide oversight, training and/or mentoring for other OSP staff. Also provide oversight and training for department-level professional and support staff assigned to grant activities. Work with faculty and staff from multiple disciplines to coordinate proposal submissions and budget development. Support post proposal submission and non-financial post-award transactions such as sponsor requests and Just-In-Time documentation.
This position may be considered for remote work in accordance withthe University of Nebraska's Alternative Worksite program. More information is available at https://nebraska.edu/alternative-worksite.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required QualificationsGrants Coordinator I:
Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of grant proposal review and submission experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills. Grants Coordinator II:
Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of grant proposal review and submission experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Grants Coordinator III :
Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of pre-award research administration experience at a university, state, or other public institution; equivalent education/experience considered. Knowledge of UG and experience with Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons or other sponsor electronic proposal submission systems. Ability to balance and complete multiple priority tasks simultaneously. Ability to build trust and effective working relationships with clients - both internal and external. Experience must demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and client service skills. Computer skills including keyboarding, MS Word, Excel, and browsers. Experience must demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Preferred QualificationsGrants Coordinator I:
Basic knowledge of grant proposals, budgets and sponsor guidelines within a university setting. Knowledge of NuRamp, UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons. Grants Coordinator II:
Grant proposal review and submission experience within a university setting. Knowledge of, and some experience with, NuRamp, UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, eRA Commons. CRA and/or CPRA .
Grants Coordinator III :
Master's degree. Experience in pre-award research administration tasks at UNL and in NuRamp. Extensive experience with UG, Grants.gov, Research.gov/FastLane, and eRA Commons. CRA and/or CPRA .
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
NoPhysical Required
NoCommercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
NoCriminal History Background Check Required
YesPosted Salary
Negotiable based on qualifications and experienceHow to ApplyClick on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contactEmber Welsch, Human Resources Coordinator LeadOffice of Research and Innovationewelsch2@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Managerial/ProfessionalJob Type
Full-TimeAlternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NEPosition funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
NoIf Temporary, indicate end datePlanned Hire Date:Appointment End Date
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover LetterList of ReferencesOptional Documents