Manager, Sponsored Programs

University of Miami

Miami, Florida, US
Fully remote
Sponsored programs oversight
Pre-award and post-award activity
Budget development and management
The Manager, Sponsored Programs will oversee complex accounts and research awards from pre-award setup to post-award and award closeout, including budget development, award management, and ensuring all award requirements and deliverables are met while adhering to University, Sponsor, State, and Federal policies

Job Summary

  • The Manager, Sponsored Programs will oversee complex accounts and research awards from pre-award setup to post-award and award closeout, including budget development, award management, and ensuring all award requirements and deliverables are met while adhering to University, Sponsor, State, and Federal policies.
  • Duties include supervising six Financial Analysts, assisting in all elements of pre-award and post-award activity, and ensuring all submissions comply with funding program priorities and institutional policies.
  • The University of Miami is dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully, united by shared values and working together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

Matching Summary

The Manager, Sponsored Programs will oversee complex accounts and research awards from pre-award setup to post-award and award closeout, including budget development, award management, and ensuring all award requirements and deliverables are met while adhering to University, Sponsor, State, and Federal policies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sponsored Programs oversight
  • Pre-award and post-award activity
  • Budget development and management
  • Federal, state, and sponsor policies
  • Supervise financial analysts
  • Analytical tools and dashboards

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service initiatives
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Organizational subtleties and discretion
  • Positive and productive relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Research Administration or related field preferred
  • Minimum five years of relevant professional experience
  • Demonstrated experience in management and leadership
  • Experience in research administration highly preferred
  • Excellent Excel skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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