Grant Specialist for Sponsored Projects & Research Compliance

Grant Specialist for Sponsored Projects & Research Compliance

Salary

$65,000.00 - $68,000.00 Annually

Location

Providence College

Job Type

Full-time Staff

Job Number

PC00375

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Office of Academic Affairs

Opening Date

11/02/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NU

• Description
• Benefits

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community- an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College's Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document)

Overview

Advises and supports an assigned portfolio of faculty in the identification of funding opportunities and the preparation, submission, and management of external grants from federal and private sponsors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Working with an assigned portfolio of departments, provide professional research administration services. Develop funding strategies, identify and disseminate funding opportunities, provide individualized consultation with faculty, develop proposal checklists and timelines, consult and advise faculty on developing competitive grant applications, develop compliance budgets meeting both the College and sponsors guidelines, and obtain institutional approvals for submission. Hold grant orientations, problem solve project implementation issues and ensure reporting. (50%)
• Coordinate with the Institutional Review Board and support the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee ensuring compliance with federal regulations from the Office of Human Research Protection and the Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare Safety. Lead the administration of the Responsible Conduct of Research Training Program, Financial Conflict of Interest Disclosure, and the administration of college and agency specific compliance monitoring protocols. (20%)
• Work collaboratively with the Sr. Director to Implement objectives of the RI-Research Administration Collaborative, a consortium to strengthen the research competitiveness across Rhode Island. Support collaborative and interdisciplinary research initiatives and programs designed to spur larger, collaborative team proposals across the College and/or with external partners. Maintain a research expertise database, and coordinate and collect data. (20%)
• Implement SPaRC internal grant programs, administer limited competition funding opportunities, track and manage multiple projects, contribute to team projects update office internal portal site, and track budgets. (10%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

• Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Three to five years' experience in grant development/management, preferably in higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective written and verbal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and ensure responsive communication and service.
• Commitment to professional development and staying apprised of changing sponsored and federal regulations and rules.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment requiring flexibility and adaptability to an unpredictable and sometimes demanding workflow.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft applications.
• Intermediate skills with Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Microsoft Teams
• Experience with government portals, preferably research.gov, grants.gov, NIH era common.
• Experience using electronic grants management systems.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about

DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

NOTICE OF E-VERIFY PARTICIPATION

Providence College participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired to work in the United States. Before submitting this application, please review the following documents:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation
• Right to Work

By continuing with this application, you acknowledge that you have been informed of our participation in E-Verify and have had the opportunity to review these notices.

Providence College offers a comprehensive range of valuable benefits to eligible employees, which are designed to:

• Promote the health and well-being of you and your family
• Provide financial security while you are working
• Build financial resources for retirement
• Help you balance personal and work responsibilities
• Provide educational opportunities for you and your family

These benefits include but are not limited to health, dental, 403b retirement plan, flexible benefits plan, tuition benefits, employee assistance plan, college paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off. To learn more, please visit our Employee Benefits website by clicking the following link: https://human-resources.providence.edu/benefits/

Employer Providence College (RI)

Address 1 Cunningham Square

Providence, Rhode Island, 02918-0001

Phone (401) 865-2341

Website www.providence.edu