Post-Award Specialist III

Tulane UniversityNew Orleans, LA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

JobID: 1966

Category: Research

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-09-17T14:36:54+00:00

JobShift: Day

Responsible for managing pre-award activities for an assigned portfolio of grants and contracts within a Research Administration Service Units (RASU) using knowledge of grant and contract management rules and regulations, technical expertise, and analytical skills. Manages the day-to-day operations and objectives in support of the assigned portfolio. Contributes information and ideas related to areas of responsibility as part of a cross functional team. Ensures effective and efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards for staff/program and self.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree and 3 years effective work-related grants and contracts management related experience, or High School Diploma/equivalent and 9 years' grants and contracts management experience
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree
Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity
Knowledge of University policies and procedures relating to grant and contracts activity
Knowledge of University processes, systems and offices related to and/or involved in grant and contract submission and management
Ability to work with the pre-award specialists and solve problems, answer questions, and give guidance on pre-award activities and other grants management topics on a daily basis
Work with colleagues/team members to jointly solve questions and challenges in their daily work
High-level interpersonal skills in a professional environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions
Ability to learn changing technologies related to grants and contracts management
Proficient use of computers; requires solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
Ability to create high-quality written documents
Ability to interact and communicate with senior leadership
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Proactively resolve issues in a timely manner
Excellent customer service orientation
Deadline oriented; work well under pressure
Ability to mentor personnel for professional development

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