The Heinz College Office of Business and Research Services is seeking a Manager of Research and Sponsored projects to oversee the college's dynamic portfolio of sponsored and gift-funded research, to support several key university research centers, including the Block Center for Technology and Society and the Digital Transformation and Innovation Center sponsored by PwC, and to partner with academic and executive education leaders on a wide variety of funded education and training programs.

Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Business and Research Services and directly supervising a Sponsored Projects Administrator, this is an exciting opportunity for a professional with experience in research administration, grant-writing, philanthropy, public sector or nonprofit management, or other related fields. The Manager of Research and Sponsored Projects will forge connections with leading faculty and college and university leadership to help advance the research and teaching missions of the college and of CMU.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full lifecycle of sponsored research activity, from research planning and proposal development through project budgeting and post-award management and reporting. Excellent writing skills, keen financial analysis, and curiosity about social policy, science, and technology will be key factors in this role.

Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this role as you will be coordinating with faculty, college leadership, functional offices across the university, leaders of other academic and research programs, and external partners.

Our cultural values of dedication, collaboration, inclusion and integrity are our guiding principles. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity, respect, and inclusion.

Your core responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with faculty, graduate students, researchers, and college leadership on the development of proposals and submissions.

• Interpreting regulations and guidelines for program funding (both university and agency) for multiple moderately complex grants. Staying abreast of changes to the Federal Uniform Guidance and other key regulatory and legal guidelines and processes for research administration. Provides monitoring of grants and contracts to ensure expenses are being paid according to contracts. Prepares renewals and reports for sponsoring agencies.

• Coordinating with the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Sponsored Projects Accounting (SPA), and other university offices on grants management, contracts, reporting, etc.

• Supporting the Heinz College Dean, Associate Dean for Research, and Chief Business Officer in developing college-level research strategy.

• Communicating research and funding opportunities, Notices of Funding Opportunities, and other potential funding and support streams to faculty.

• Developing budgets, establishing accounts in financial systems, monitoring or modifying awards and expenditures, managing subcontracts and subawards.

• Providing financial reporting to faculty and Research Centers within Heinz College on various research grants and for various programs and discretionary accounts on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, including cost-sharing.

• Supporting and advising on the development of education project agreements, executive education contracts and funded activities, and assists the Chief Business Officer in monitoring and deploying gifts and internally funded resources.

• Working with the Heinz College Chief Advancement Officer and related partnership offices on business and research development opportunities.

• Supervising the work of the Sponsored Project Administrator.

• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree is required; a combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

• 3-5 years of sponsored research work experience or related field

• Background in finance, grants accounting, and project budget development

• Experience writing and editing grant, gift, and/or research proposals

• Knowledge of federal funding agencies and/or grant-making entities

• Familiarity with the Federal Uniform Guidance and university grants accounting systems and methods is highly desirable

Requirements:

Successful background check

Joining our team in this position opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits, available to all full-time Carnegie Mellon University employees. Experience the full spectrum of advantages, from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to enticing retirement savings programs. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, and take well-deserved breaks with generous paid time off and holidays. Rest easy knowing you're covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. For a comprehensive overview of the benefits awaiting you, explore: .

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role's responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique key skills and the diverse perspectives you bring. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment means we also account for geographic differentials. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you passionate about this dynamic opportunity with us?! Please apply!

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