PreAward Analyst

The University of North Texas System is seeking a highly skilled Pre-Award Analyst to join our team in the Office of Sponsored Programs. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the timely and effective submission of sponsored proposals.

• Provide technical assistance to research faculty and staff in reviewing and approving proposals for external funding.
• Review and interpret proposal guidelines and applicable federal and state statutes and guidelines.
• Identify and document financial commitments of the institution, such as cost share or F&A waiver, and ensure appropriate approvals are in place prior to proposal submission.
• Ensure proposal compliance with the RFP, and any applicable regulations, statutes, guidelines, and institutional policy, prior to submission.
• Act as the interface for UNTHSC faculty and administration with all external sponsored project funding sources with regard to proposal submission and review.
• Maintain knowledge of grant funding policies, regulations, and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to make independent judgments and to act on decisions on a daily basis.
• Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously and to meet various concurrent deadlines.
• Knowledge of external Federal guidelines/procedures for grants and contracts.
• Proficient in the use of software applications and Microsoft Office programs (excel, word, etc.).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, problem solving abilities and attention to detail required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.