Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrator

$56,200 - $89,600/Yr

Pennsylvania State University - State College, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

State College, PA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrators at The Pennsylvania State University will play a crucial role in the Strategic Interdisciplinary Research Office (SIRO) by preparing and submitting a variety of complex research proposals. This position requires a high level of expertise in pre-award research administration, guiding faculty and staff through the proposal development process, and ensuring compliance with sponsor and university guidelines. The role is designed for skilled professionals who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with opportunities for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the proposal submission process, including thorough review of proposals for University signature and submission to various entities.
• Review and interpret sponsor and University guidelines, policies, and funding announcements to advise faculty and staff.
• 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, and various University departments.
• Maintain positive and effective working relationships with assigned teams, research administration units, sponsors, faculty, and staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher with 3+ years of relevant experience for Advanced Professional level, or 6+ years for Senior Professional level.
• Pre-Award research administration experience is required.
• Proficiency with various electronic proposal submission sites.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with training grants and/or clinical trial proposal submissions.
• Current AOR (Authorized Organizational Representative) preferred.
• Experience with Strategic Information Management System (SIMS) and SIMS budgets.
• Graduate of Penn State ACOR Certification and Education Series (ACES) preferred.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or desire to obtain certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children).
• Paid holidays.