Job Details

Assistant Director, Pre-Award Services

Position Number: 6733223
Location: West Hartford, CT
Position Type: Sponsored Programs, Grants, and Contracts

University of Hartford

Assistant Director, Pre-Award Services

FLSA Classification
EX

Reports to
Director, Office of Sponsored Research

Salary Range
E

Weeks Per Year
52

Work Week
40 hours (minimum)

Position Summary
Assumes responsibility for assisting faculty and staff in identifying external funding opportunities, providing technical assistance in the development and submission of grant and/or contract proposals as well as monitoring compliance with institutional and funder requirements to assure proper stewardship of funds. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.

Hiring Range
Salary is budgeted between $58,024 and $77,000 depending upon experience

Key Responsibilities

Serving as a primary Authorized Organizational Representative of the University, collaborates with faculty and staff (Principal Investigators) on the development and submission of grant and/or contract proposals. Reviews proposals for accuracy and compliance with University policies. Works closely with institutional constituents to monitor compliance with funder guidelines.
Proactively performs outreach to and meets with faculty members to ensure they are connected with OSP and have the tools necessary to seek grants. Prospects grant opportunities in response to faculty requests.
Develops and executes strategies designed to increase institutional capacity for securing awards from funding agencies. Establishes and maintains systems designed to stay abreast of funding initiatives and institutional priorities as well as to identify and target appropriate funding opportunities to meet faculty and staff interests. Disseminates information on opportunities, trends, and initiatives.
Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with Financial Accounting Services and the Office of Development and Alumni Affairs. Works alongside the Assistant Director, Post-Award Services to provide technical assistance and training to funded Principal Investigators in the administration and management of their grant awards as well as assistance with crafting requests to funders for post-award modifications.
Manages, analyzes, and compiles reports documenting the University's progress in the submission of proposals. Keeps senior management abreast of government and foundation grant activity.
Attends and participates in professional development opportunities, which may include the activities of national, regional and local professional organizations. Represents the University with key internal and external constituents and stakeholders in an effort to effectively collaborate on grant opportunities. Serves on committees that have the potential to translate into proposals for grants or contracts.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Posting Number
PS1160P

Working Conditions
Normal office situation, Requires travel, including overnight stays.

Education
Bachelors degree required. Masters degree preferred. Must be willing to obtain a Certificate of Research Administration (CRA) or Certificate of Pre-Award Administration (CPRA).

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk, light lifting or carrying, 25lbs or less.

Special Skills
The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Close Date
1/27/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

For full application instructions and position description, visit: https://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/7591