Sponsored Program Officer

Georgia State University • Atlanta, GA

382d • $47,476 - $77,000

About The Position

The Sponsored Programs Officer at Georgia State University plays a vital role in supporting the research community by managing pre-award activities related to sponsored projects. This position involves collaborating with faculty and various departments to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements and facilitate the proposal submission process. The officer will also handle outgoing subawards and work closely with post-award officers, contributing to the overall success of GSU's research initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Four years of experience in grants administration or a combination of education and related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Positive attitude
• Aptitude for complex activities
• Drive to help continuously improve OSP
• Flexibility and willingness to find solutions
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Responsiveness and dedication to serving GSU's research community.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a pre-award officer for assigned GSU departments including proposal review and submission.
• Award review, negotiation, and setup in GSU's award management system.
• Communicate with sponsors as a GSU Authorized Official.
• Review and process just-in-time requests, grant awards, and other documentation, including no-cost extensions and progress reports.
• Prepare outgoing subawards and ensure compliance with prime award and federal requirements.
• Ensure appropriate subrecipient monitoring and timely FFATA reporting.
• Serve as subject matter expert on outgoing subawards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees