Grants Analyst 1

Join Umiami as a Grants Analyst 1 in Coral Gables, FL, providing essential support to our research enterprise through grant administration, compliance oversight, and faculty collaboration. This full-time position plays a vital role in advancing research initiatives and institutional mission.

About the Role

The Grants Analyst 1 serves as a key member of Umiami's grants management and research administration team, providing comprehensive support throughout the grant lifecycle. Working directly with faculty researchers, grant administration staff, and institutional partners, you'll ensure successful grant applications, timely submissions, and strict regulatory compliance. This role bridges faculty-driven research with institutional operations, transforming research ideas into funded projects that drive discovery and innovation.

Core Duties

• Review grant applications, proposals, and supporting documentation for completeness and alignment with funder requirements
• Support faculty and research teams with grant development, including budget preparation, narrative review, and submission coordination
• Maintain grant tracking systems and project databases; manage critical deadlines and communications between researchers and funding agencies
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, state requirements, and University of Miami institutional policies governing research and grants
• Prepare grant reports, compliance documentation, and post-award performance summaries required by funding sponsors
• Assist with grant closeout procedures and post-award financial and administrative management

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, science, engineering, or related discipline
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities; proven capability managing multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and professional demeanor
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with grants management software or databases
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance, research administration, or higher education operations strongly preferred
• Collaborative approach to working with faculty, administrative teams, and external stakeholders

About Umiami

The University of Miami is a leading private research university dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Our sponsored research and grants portfolio supports faculty innovation across engineering, medicine, business, arts and sciences, and professional disciplines. Join a mission-driven institution where your work directly enables transformative scholarship and discovery in our Coral Gables community.

Next Steps

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