Penn State University · 20 hours ago
Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrator
University Park, PA
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$56K/yr - $90K/yr
6+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Lead the proposal submission process that includes thorough review of proposals for University signature and submission to various entities such as government agencies, industry, and foundations.
Review and interpret sponsor and University guidelines, policies, and funding announcements to advise and guide faculty, staff, proposal development and project management teams.
Advise faculty and staff in all aspects of proposal development and submission requirements.
Prepare proposal subsections including budgets and non-technical components as indicated in the solicitation.
Obtain departmental, College and University approvals as required.
Serve as a pre-award liaison with sponsors, external research partners, Central offices, Institutes, Departments and Colleges across the University.
This position may supervise 1 employee.
The selected individual will maintain positive and effective working relationships both internal and external with assigned teams, research administration units, sponsors, faculty and staff.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree or higher along with 3+ years of relevant experience for Advanced Professional level, or a minimum of a Bachelor's and 6+ years of relevant experience for Senior Professional level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pre-Award research administration experience is required.
Flexibility and self-management skills.
High attention to detail.
Excellent problem-solving skills including the ability to prioritize a large number of diverse responsibilities in a very fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Capability of working both independently and as a member of a team.
Preferred
Proficiency with various electronic proposal submission sites expected.
Experience with training grants and/or clinical trial proposal submissions is a plus.
Current AOR (Authorized Organizational Representative) preferred.
Experience with Strategic Information Management System (SIMS), SIMS budgets.
Graduate of Penn State ACOR Certification and Education Series (ACES) preferred.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or desire to obtain certification is encouraged.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement plans
Tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children)
Paid holidays
Company
Penn State University
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