Temporary Grants and Contracts Officer I

Posting Details

Posting Details

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department Sponsored Programs & Research Compliance - 31110 External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40006 Vacancy Number TSP5686PST Working Title Temporary Grants and Contracts Officer I Job Title Temp Position Type EHRA Temporary Job Category Research FLSA for Position Nonexempt Brief Summary of Work for this Position

Under general direction from SPARC Leadership, this position acts as liaison among Principal Investigators (PIs), university administrative units, sponsors, and department/chair and college/dean and the SPARC Team and is expected to deliver high-quality, customer-focus sponsored programs services, interacting with faculty and administrative staff to facilitate the management of all sponsored agreements and post-award support and serves as a single point of contact for their assigned portfolio. The role is critical in interpreting both agency and university requirements and policies/practices of the university and requires problem-solving skills in a compliance-driven environment as well as the consistent exercise of independent judgement and discretion in matters of significance.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires post-baccalaureate credentials (e.g., master's degree or higher), although a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency with Research Administration Systems such as Banner and InfoEd
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and compliance monitoring.
• Experience in research administration, contract and grant management, or sponsored programs at a university setting.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with principal investigators, department administrators, and central office staff.

Required Certifications or Licensure

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit College/School Information Work Hours Varies Work Days Varies Hours Per Week up to 40 Type of Position Anticipated Hiring Range $23/hr--$28/hr Special Instructions to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date.

To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.

Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date 07/07/2026 Job Closing Date 08/09/2026 EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings Single Incumbent

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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• • How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2026)

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• • If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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