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University at Buffalo

Proposal & Project Manager, Sponsored Projects Services

🇺🇸 Buffalo, NY

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $70K - $75K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ January 1st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University at Buffalo is hiring a Proposal & Project Manager, Sponsored Projects Services. This role manages university research funding proposals from initiation to completion, coordinating with researchers and funding agencies while ensuring compliance with regulations and budget requirements. The position demands strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines effectively.

Highlights

  • Manage and oversee proposal requests for research funding from start to finish, ensuring compliance with internal and external deadlines.

  • Coordinate communication and collaboration between researchers, internal offices, funding agencies, and external sponsors.

  • Analyze funding opportunities from federal, industry, and non-profit sources to align proposals with sponsor and university budget requirements.

  • Ensure institutional compliance with all applicable regulations and policies concerning sponsored research.

  • Partner with budget specialists to review and coordinate budgets and justifications supporting project objectives.

  • Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex information to stakeholders.

  • Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, managing priorities independently to meet tight deadlines.

  • Prepare comprehensive reports to support decision-making and project outcomes through data analysis.

  • Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of experience, proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office, and the ability to work accurately with electronic business systems.

  • Salary range is $70,000 to $75,000 annually.