Specialist I, Grants & Contracts (R&ED)

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Kingston, RI

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $65K - $70K

💻 Other

🗓️ October 8th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Rhode Island is hiring a Specialist I, Grants & Contracts (R&ED). The role involves supporting pre-award and post-award functions within the Office of Sponsored Projects, including coordinating proposal review, award setup, compliance monitoring, and supervising student workers to ensure adherence to federal, state, and university requirements.

Highlights

Manage pre-award activities such as proposal document review, approval, and submission.
Assist in award setup including review of award notifications and account creation in Electronic Research Administration systems.
Support post-award tasks including monitoring fund allowability, compliance with grant requirements, patent reporting, and subaward monitoring.
Oversee records retention program within the Office of Sponsored Projects.
Supervise student workers and perform other duties as assigned.
Required proficiency with electronic grant administration software, databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.
Bachelor’s degree and minimum two years of federal grants experience related to funding mechanisms, proposal processes, or grants administration required.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills required.
Experience with federal, state, and sponsor level requirements and supervisory experience necessary.
Position offers an anticipated salary range of $65,000 - $70,000 and potential for a hybrid work schedule after six months.