Award Acceptance Officer

Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title Award Acceptance Officer

Posting Summary

Join UVM Sponsored Project Administration and play a key role in supporting the University’s research mission. As an Award Acceptance Officer, you will partner with faculty, sponsors, and University colleagues to review and negotiate sponsored project awards, resolve complex issues, and guide awards through acceptance and set up. The position offers a mix of independent decision-making and team collaboration, along with opportunities to build expertise in research administration, federal regulations, sponsor requirements, award negotiation, UVMClick, and PeopleSoft. You will also contribute to process and system improvements, special projects, and training that help SPA provide timely, effective support to UVM’s research community.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree and two to three years of government, nonprofit, higher education, or related experience required. Experience in research administration and grant and contract review and negotiation required. Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, sponsor, and institutional regulations, policies, and guidelines required. Budget development and spreadsheet proficiency required. Demonstrated customer service experience required. Effective written and verbal communication skills required. Demonstrated analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and independent judgment skills required. Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on assignments with minimal direction required. Effective presentation skills required.

Desirable Qualifications

Three to five years of demonstrated experience in sponsored research administration, including research grant and contract negotiation and management. Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Certified Research Administrator ( CRA ) or Certified Financial Research Administrator ( CFRA ) designation desirable.

Anticipated Pay Range $68,000 - $78,000

Other Information

Special Conditions A probationary period may be required, This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with an option to split time between campus and elsewhere, in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position

FLSA Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date 11/04/2026

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title Research Administration PC3 X

Posting Number S6384PO

Department Sponsored Project Admin/30612

Position Number 00028037

Percent of Full-Time 1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE 37.5

Term (months per year) 12

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents