Grants and Contracts Administrator

Job Title:                      Grants and Contracts Administrator
Primary Location:        Evanston, IL (Hybrid onsite 2 days per week)
Position Type:            Full-Time Direct Hire

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Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a Grants and Contracts Administrator with our premier client! This is a hybrid, direct hire role based in Evanston, IL. The Grants and Contracts Administrator will assist in managing and administering the full lifecycle of grants and contracts, from proposal development and submission, through post-award management and project close-out, ensuring compliance, financial accuracy, and effective communication among internal teams and external sponsors.
What You Bring to the Role (Ideal Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Grants and Contracts administration.
• Experience working in a research or academic environment is beneficial.
• Experience with Federal Government grants and contracts is strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and Private Sponsor regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Grant Management software (e.g., Cayuse, ProposalCentral, InfoEd, Kuali Research, Huron Research Suite, Fluxx, or similar platforms).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of financial management and budgeting principles.
• Understanding of Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) regulations is preferred.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and non-federal funding regulations, grant proposal processes, and contract negotiations is preferred.

What You'll Do (Skills Used in this Position)

• Coordinate preparation and submission of grant and contract proposals.
• Maintain organized tracking and reporting databases for grants and contracts.
• Review funding opportunities and identify eligibility, terms, and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor and internal requirements, including reporting deadlines.
• Develop and manage grant/contract budgets, track expenses, and support financial reporting.
• Negotiate and execute sub-awards; perform subrecipient monitoring.
• Draft amendments for no-cost extensions and budget revisions using templates.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for sponsors and research staff.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external funding agencies.
• Identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Compensation Information
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. The expected salary range for this position is $61,000 - $84,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, which may include but is not limited to reference checks, education verification, employment verification, drug testing, criminal records checks, and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end client's background check policies and applicable laws.
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