Sponsored Programs is part of the Office of Research (http://www.bu.edu/researchsupport/) , a group dedicated to aiding the research community in navigating the lifecycle of their work, from finding funding to creating proposals to helping inventions find their way to the public.

　　The Grant and Finance Administrator (GFA) report to the Director, Shared Services, Sponsored Programs and be an integral part of a team that provides direct support for faculty and staff throughout the lifecycle of a funded project. The individual will be involved in both pre- and post-award activities and will work collaboratively with Schools, Centers, or Departments supported by the Shared Services network. The GFA will be responsible for providing guidance and assistance to faculty and staff in their development and submission of proposals for sponsored research; managing financial accounts; and representing them in communication with university administrative offices and federal and private funding agencies for sponsored research. This position necessitates knowledge of Uniform Guidance, , federal funding agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, IES) funding guidelines, as well as familiarity with other major foundations and sponsors. The individual will also be engaged in a variety of initiatives ranging from systems implementation to policy and process development and will remain up to date on developments in research administration through involvement with university committees and meetings.

　　This position is eligible for the generous tuition remission (https://www.bu.edu/hr/learningbu/tuition-remission/) at Boston University.

　　Required Skills

　　Work experience: 5-8 years required

　　Education experience: Bachelor's degree required

　　Strong Communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to be flexible, and work

　　independently, and one of three years of related experience, preferably in grant management at an institution for higher education.

　　Familiarity with SAP preferred.

　　All applications must include a cover letter to be considered.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor .

　　Required Experience