Senior Contract and Grant Specialist

Are you passionate about fostering an environment of research excellence? Lehigh University, a prestigious institution renowned for its cutting-edge discoveries and scholarly pursuits, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Contract and Grant Specialist (Position Number: S81050) to join the growing Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

This position plays a pivotal role in supporting Lehigh University's goal of achieving excellence in research. As a Senior Contract and Grant Specialist, you will provide invaluable guidance and support to researchers through the entire lifecycle of their sponsored projects, from proposal review and submission to contract negotiations, award management, and compliance oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Serving as an Authorized Institutional Representative for the University, facilitating the submission of proposals, contracts, grants, and agreements up to $1,000,000 in direct costs.
2. Maintaining a broad interface with sponsors, researchers, and educational communities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
3. Interpreting, implementing, and monitoring government and sponsor mandates related to the management of grants and contracts.
4. Providing expert advice, training, and support to researchers on grant administration, compliance, and best practices.
5. Exercising broad latitude and independent judgment in decision-making, while staying up-to-date with the latest developments in research administration.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Five to eight years in Research Administration or related work experience.
3. Current Certified Research Administration (CRA) certification required.

Essential Skills:

1. Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations relating to contract or grant agreements.
3. Experience in developing and monitoring budgets.
4. Experience using Microsoft Office and other software packages.
5. Experience with electronic research administration systems a plus.

Join Lehigh University and become part of a vibrant academic community that values diversity, collaboration, and intellectual curiosity. As an employer of choice, Lehigh offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

This position is a Grade: 10 - 40, offering an approximate salary of $65,290-$79,430. The duties of this position may allow the employee to work fully remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor, and Lehigh’s state-specific requirements. This position has fiscal or financial responsibilities other than employee expense activity, such as processing or approving transactions; monitoring or preparing budgets; or generating income for the University.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

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