Sponsored Programs and Research - Associate Director (Pre-Award)

Summary: 

The Pre-Award Research Administrator will support Principal Investigators (PIs) and Project Directors (PDs) in securing funding for health programs and research, particularly from federal agencies like HRSA, NSF, USDA, CDMRP, and NIH. This role involves serving as the main contact during the pre-award process, reviewing and editing proposals, maintaining organized records, and ensuring compliance with grant guidelines. The administrator will also guide faculty and staff through proposal development, budget preparation, and submission, while providing training and resources on grant proposal development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Principal Investigator (Pls) and Project Directors (PDs) find funding opportunities for health research, especially from federal agencies like HRSA, NSF, USDA, CDMRP, and NIH.
• Act as the main contact between faculty, staff, and funding agencies during the pre-award process.
• Review and edit proposals to ensure they are accurate and complete.
• Keep organized records of all pre-award documents and ensure timely submission and compliance with guidelines.
• Assist faculty and staff with proposal development, budget preparation, and submission.
• Provide training and resources on grant proposal development, including one-on-one consultations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in research grant writing or administration.
• Strong knowledge of the health funding landscape and federal agencies.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in research administration software and grant submission platforms.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with federal funding agencies and complex, multi-institutional research proposals.
• Familiarity with GrantHub or similar systems.
• Experience in higher education or research institutions.

Work Remotely - No

Work Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full Time, Exempt

Pay: $58,000 - $62,000 Annually

D’Youville University is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

About D’Youville University

D’Youville is a distinguished private and research university with a rich history, located on the vibrant West Side of Buffalo, near a growing downtown area with year-round cultural events and outdoor activities. The university excels in preparing students for 21st-century careers, helping them become change agents who positively impact their communities. Under the leadership of President Lorrie Clemo, D’Youville is advancing through a dynamic planning process to enhance the university and improve the student experience.

Founded in 1908 by the Grey Nuns and named after Patron Saint Marguerite D’Youville, the university has a longstanding commitment to providing a compassionate learning environment for underrepresented populations. This tradition continues today.

D’Youville University was the first college in Western New York to offer baccalaureate degrees to women. With a strong Catholic heritage, the university welcomes students of all cultures, backgrounds, and faiths, fostering an environment where diverse faith traditions are respected. Since becoming coeducational in 1971, D’Youville has expanded opportunities for diverse learners, including adults, first-generation, low-income, and other historically underrepresented students. The urban campus community of 3,000 students offers over 50 majors in undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, including advanced certificates and accelerated learning options. With degrees in healthcare, business, and the liberal arts, D’Youville University encourages students to integrate community service with their coursework.

D’Youville University graduates are equipped with the academic strengths and leadership skills needed to make a difference in their careers and communities. All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor. For more information, visit D’Youville’s website https://www.dyu.edu/.

D’Youville University continues to grow its commitment to Diversity, EQUITY, and Inclusion. Remaining true to the teachings of our Patroness, St. Marguerite d’Youville, we seek to selflessly and compassionately contribute to humanity by improving the lives of individuals and society through education. D’Youville University was founded to extend a hand to those in need and equip them, through education, with the skills necessary to change the world.