Grant Administrator (Proposals)

Overview

For nearly 200 years, Rensselaer has been defining the scientific and technological advances of our world. Rensselaer serves over 7,600 undergraduate and graduate students from 49 states and 63 countries. Guided by the Rensselaer Plan 2024, Rensselaer seeks to transform the delivery of pedagogical innovations, and to be a transformative agent in the 21st century and beyond.

The Grant Administrator (Proposals) is responsible for processing, reviewing and submitting proposals; review and/or creation of applicable budgets; review and evaluation of binding proposal terms and conditions ensuring conformance to Rensselaer policies and sponsor requirements.  

Candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or related field, along with 2 years of experience working with sponsored research or another closely related field. Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered in place of degree. While not required, candidates who have experience using Banner Finance or similar ERP system, and direct experience in research administration, contract administration, or in a higher education environment are especially preferred.

To apply visit https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/492886/ to complete a short application and to upload your cover letter and resume. 

Please note, Rensselaer has welcomed undergraduate and graduate students back to campus for an in-person academic experience. As such, faculty and staff are expected to work onsite. Rensselaer requires all faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions for medical or religious reasons will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.