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University at Buffalo
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Post-Award Compliance Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$63,000 - $68,000

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Post-Award Compliance Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Post-Award Compliance Specialist, Sponsored Projects Services
Classification Title Administrative Staff Assistant II
Department Sponsored Projects Services
Posting Number R260162
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64656
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.2
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary Sponsored Projects Services (SPS) within the Research, Innovation, and Economic Development division at the State University of New York at Buffalo is seeking a Post-Award Compliance Specialist (PACS). The PACS supports the accurate and compliant financial management of sponsored research awards.

The PACS reviews financial and personnel transactions, ensuring expenses are allowable under sponsor requirements, award terms and conditions, and university policies. This position works closely with research administration colleagues, serving as a resource and providing guidance to award managers and transaction processors.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Review and approve sponsored project-related personnel and financial transactions for accuracy, allowability, and allocability under award terms, sponsor guidelines, and university policies.
  • Provide guidance and serve as a resource to award managers and transaction processors on allowable research charges, helping them to be proactive with the PIs’ needs and minimize issues.
  • Maintain accurate transaction records and necessary documentation for audit purposes.
  • Collaborate with award managers and stakeholders to ensure all financial obligations are met prior to award closeout.
  • Stay informed of changes in sponsor guidelines and university policies, communicating relevant updates to award managers and stakeholders.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline transaction review and approval processes, enhancing efficiency and compliance.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business, finance, public administration, plus 2 years’ technical or administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience interpreting and applying sponsor guidelines, award terms and conditions, and/or institutional policies
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $63,000 - $68,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 37.5 hours per week
Campus North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Stacey Brown
Contact's Pronouns She/her/hers
Contact's Title HR Specialist
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-4492
Posting Dates
Posted 10/07/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
    • AcademicKeys.com
    • CareerExposure.com
    • CareerWomen.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversitySearch.com
    • GoogleJobs.com
    • HERCjobs.org
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • IMDiversity.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • MBACareers.com
    • Conference
    • Personal Referral
    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  3. * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents

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