Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrator - SIRO

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Strategic Interdisciplinary Research Office (SIRO) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking to fill multiple positions as Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrators . These positions will be filled at the Proposal and Award Generalist – Advanced or Senior Professional level , based on the successful candidate's qualifications. The highly skilled professionals will prepare and submit a wide variety of small to large complex proposals in a dynamic, fast paced, and multifaceted environment.

Requirements

• This position requires 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 are required.
• The successful candidate will be capable of working both independently and as a member of a team.
• If filled as Proposal and Award Generalist - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• If filled as Proposal and Award Generalist - Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with various electronic proposal submission sites expected.
• Experience with training grants and/or clinical trial proposal submissions is a plus, but not required.
• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level