Job Description

Pre-Award Administrator, Sponsored Projects Services

Position Information

Position Title: Pre-Award Administrator, Sponsored Projects Services
Department: Sponsored Projects Services
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Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Sponsored Projects Services SPS ) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is searching for a Pre-Award Administrator . This role includes periodic and thorough review of proposals, budget oversight, and acting as the institutional representative for pre-award sponsored activities. The position will also involve disseminating best practices, mentoring, and consulting with research administration colleagues to ensure consistency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough reviews of proposals to identify potential issues with the budget and other components, ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines.
• After proposal submission, collaborate with research administration colleagues to address sponsor-requested revised budgets, Just-In-Time ( JIT ) requests, and provide other materials as needed.
• Serve as the official representative of the institution for pre-award activities, communicating with sponsors and external entities as necessary.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, providing guidance and acting as a resource for other research administration staff.
• Promote best practices, provide expert guidance, and deliver training on sponsor requirements, compliance, and pre-award functions for staff and faculty.
• Lead functional meetings to ensure clear communication and collaboration among stakeholders and support consistent adherence to administration protocols outside of formal training through mentorship.
• Oversee registration and updates in sponsor systems as an authorized user, keep stakeholders informed on sponsor changes, compliance, and guidelines, and maintain budget templates and spreadsheets with up-to-date financial data, including fringe benefits and tuition rates.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in public or business administration or similar role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work in a diverse, deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred
• Knowledge of federal government agencies and budget processes
• Grant writing and/or administration experience
• Experience in planning, leading, documenting, and managing projects

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$80,000 - $85,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns: She/her/hers
Contact's Title: HR Specialist
Contact's Email: sabrown7@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-4492

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/07/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:

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Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

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