October 9, 2025
CalIT2 at UC Irvine has posted a position for a Senior Contract and Grant Analyst. You can view the job description HERE.
The position requires the experience and knowledge of a seasoned research administrator to independently process and / or oversee proposals and awards and / or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional research sponsor policies. Provides quality high-level assistance to faculty, researchers, and other academic personnel affiliated with CalIT2 to obtain (Pre-Award) and manage (Post-Award) sponsored awards that support research, training, outreach and other institute activities. Works with other research units for complex, collaborative proposals and awards. We are seeking an experienced individual that can support and enable CalIT2’s contracts & grants activities growth in number and complexity.
Pre-Award responsibilities include submission of contract and grant (C&G) proposals from all prospective sponsors including but not limited to the Federal Government, Private Foundations, and For-Profit Entities. Requirements include preparation of complex proposal budgets and support documents while assisting investigators with adherence to submission guidelines by using acquired knowledge to interpret policy and comply with proposal guidelines.
Post-Award responsibilities include monitoring and reporting on funds received from outside sponsors and internal UCI sources, and provides general guidance on the proper stewardship of those funds. Requires knowledge of University and agency guidelines and policies governing spending funds, allocating costs, complying with generally accepted cost principles and preparation of cost transfers to properly allocate costs. Also requires knowledge of and ability to prepare closeout documents, cost-sharing reports, and effort reporting documents.
The position will remain open until an appropriate candidate is found.
