Senior Subaward Specialist, Sponsored Projects

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Senior Subaward Specialist, Sponsored Projects. The Senior Subaward Specialist serves as the University’s subject matter expert for the administration and oversight of subawards throughout the sponsored project lifecycle. This position leads subaward activities, including risk assessment, agreement preparation and negotiation, compliance review, post-award monitoring, and closeout administration for subrecipients funded under federal, state, nonprofit, industry, and other sponsored programs.

Working independently and exercising a high level of professional judgment, the Senior Subaward Specialist assesses risk of prospective subaward recipients, develops and prepares subaward agreements and modifications, incorporates applicable sponsor and regulatory requirements, and monitors ongoing subrecipient compliance with University, NSHE, sponsor, and federal regulations. The position manages complex and higher-risk subaward relationships while promoting appropriate stewardship of sponsored funds and mitigation of institutional risk.

The position provides subaward-related compliance and audit support; develops and refines policies, procedures, and agreement templates; provides training and technical assistance; and assists in resolving complex subaward matters and improving institutional subaward administration.

This position reports to the Manager, Grants and Contracts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of related work experience; OR
• Master’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience required.

Related Experience: Professional experience involving financial, contractual, regulatory, audit/compliance, research, or business administration activities.

Please attach the following documents to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for three professional references