Careers at the University of Massachusetts Lowell

General Summary of Position:

This being a promotional opportunity, only current UML Employees within the same Bargaining unit are eligible to apply for this position.

The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) provides assistance to faculty and research staff in all aspects of applying for, accepting, and managing external research funding. The Sr. Grants and Contracts Administrator position facilitates the institutional review and approval of proposals for research funding in accordance with sponsor and university policies, processes grant awards and contracts for acceptance and execution, and initiates account set up and non-financial post award management of sponsored awards. This position and office works closely with the Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Economic Development’s offices, as well as other administrative units across the campus and throughout the University system to provide efficient and effective research administration support services to the UMass Lowell research community.  The Sr. Grants and Contracts Administrator also takes an active role in training and mentorship of junior research administrators within OSP and on campus, as well as the design and implementation of new processes and technologies to support research administration.  Some opportunities for remote work available.

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor’s Degree plus seven years of experience* in Grant and Contract Administration; knowledge of federal, state & general funding agency rules and regulations; knowledge of Uniform Guidance

*Will consider candidates with High School Diploma or GED/equivalent and 12 or more years of experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This being a promotional opportunity, only current UML Employees within the same Bargaining unit are eligible to apply for this position.

This is an SEIU 888 Professional Union position, Grade P19.

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.