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University at Buffalo · 1 day ago

Proposal & Project Manager

Buffalo, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

University at Buffalo is searching for Proposal & Project Managers within their Sponsored Projects Services department. This role is essential for providing hands-on support to researchers in completing grant and contract applications, while also managing university research funding proposal requests and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

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Hiring Manager

Stacey Brown, SHRM-CP

Responsibilities

Independently oversee and manage university research funding proposal requests from initiation to completion including organization of all resource materials and compliance with internal and external requirements, including deadlines

Autonomously managing a portfolio, collaborating with various researchers and funding agencies

Excel in coordinating with research administration colleagues, other internal research administration offices, external sponsors, and research teams from across the University to ensure seamless communication and alignment of objectives

Analyze federal, industry, and non-profit sponsor funding opportunities and ensure funding proposals align with external sponsor and internal UB budget requirements

Ensure institutional compliance with federal, state, agency and other applicable governing regulations, policies and procedures concerning sponsored research

Demonstrate a commitment to staying informed and up to date with sponsor and university policies, guidelines, and procedures. This includes a proactive approach to ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations, and the ability to incorporate any changes into daily operations seamlessly

Work in close partnership with the budget specialist to review and coordinate budget and the budget justification ensuring it supports the project objective

Proficiently coordinates multiple projects simultaneously with a focus on prioritization

Successfully manages tasks autonomously, meeting tight deadlines, and ensuring project success

Exhibits analytical skills in evaluating data related to funding opportunities and project performance

Prepares comprehensive reports to inform decision-making processes and enhance project outcomes

Qualification

Data AnalysisProject ManagementAdobeMicrosoft OfficeService OrientationStakeholder ManagementCommunicationRelationship Building

Required

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to thrive in a diverse, deadline-driven environment

Proven independence and initiative

Skilled in navigating business systems and electronic documents

Keen attention to detail and the capability to work with a high degree of accuracy

Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office

Benefits

Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life:

Company

University at Buffalo

University at Buffalo is a premier, research-intensive public university and a member of the Association of American Universities It is a sub-organization of The State University of New York.

Founded in 1846

Buffalo, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees