Post-Award Senior Research Administrator
Post-Award Senior Research Administrator
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$ 61800 - 89600
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The College of Agricultural Sciences seeks to hire an energetic and experienced PostAward Senior Research Administrator in the Office for Research and Graduate Education.
The Proposal and Award Generalist pursues administers and conducts sponsored programs; reviews awards for items specific to the faculty department and college/unit; informs faculty and college personnel of special contractual requirements; ensures compliance with University guidelines; and provides training to personnel on topics that cover the breadth of research administration.
Prepare requests for advance fund numbers fund numbers cost centers cost sharing cost centers and other account set up actions
Prepare and submit budget documents for awarded funds budget adjustments and account closeout transfers
May be responsible for tasks associated with labor distribution and effort confirmation
Review expenditures for approval; review and approve personnel appointments on sponsored program funds
Run systemgenerated financial reports; manage subawards; prepare and submit monthly/quarterly financial reports
Facilitate materials transfer and other agreements; assist Property Inventory with receipt accountability and reporting on government owned equipment
Serve as an area expert on special award types including multiunit interdisciplinary significant number of subawards multifellowship awards substantial industry involvement significant administrative oversight significant financial tracking and reporting and multisite clinical trials or field activities.
Resolves issues and implements solutions; initiates process improvements to address systemic roadblocks
May supervise staff members including hiring development and performance management
This position will work fully remote.
Education and Experience:
Minimum requirements for this position include a bachelors degree or higher plus six or more years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It is essential to possess knowledge of government regulations and University policies applicable to sponsored research. Additionally being approved as an Authorized Organizational Representative with full signature authority would be highly advantageous. Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Word and Excel functions is a must as is familiarity with grant reporting and budget functions within institutional programs like the Strategic Information Management System (SIMS) or similar tools. Experience in award management using the System for Integrated Management Budgeting and Accounting (SIMBA) is also highly preferred.
As this role requires handling diverse responsibilities flexibility and strong selfmanagement skills are crucial. You must be adept at prioritizing tasks and functioning both independently and collaboratively within a team. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are essential for effectively interacting with stakeholders. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to navigate challenging situations with professionalism and poise. Thriving in a deadlinedriven environment you must be able to multitask efficiently. We believe this opportunity offers an exciting prospect for professional growth and contribution to an innovative research administration unit. If you are driven adaptable and committed to excellence we encourage you to apply for this position.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity equity and inclusion inall ofits forms.We embrace individual uniqueness foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$61800.00 $89600.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
