Assistant/associate Pre-award Research Administrator - Siro

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $56,200.00 - $89,600.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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Proposal submission process
Sponsor and university guidelines
Proposal development and submission
** Penn State University is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrator within the Strategic Interdisciplinary Research Office (SIRO). The role involves preparing and submitting complex proposals, advising faculty on funding guidelines, and maintaining relationships with various research partners. **

Job Summary

  • 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 prepare and submit a wide variety of small to large complex proposals in a dynamic, fast paced, and multifaceted environment.
  • This is a remote-eligible position based in the United States with standard working hours in the eastern time zone.

Matching Summary

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** Penn State University is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate Pre-Award Research Administrator within the Strategic Interdisciplinary Research Office (SIRO). The role involves preparing and submitting complex proposals, advising faculty on funding guidelines, and maintaining relationships with various research partners. **

Salary

Base: $56,200.00 - $89,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • proposal submission process
  • sponsor and University guidelines
  • proposal development and submission
  • prepare proposal subsections
  • obtain departmental approvals
  • pre-award liaison
  • remote-eligible position

Nice-to-have

  • flexibility and self-management
  • high attention to detail
  • excellent problem-solving skills
  • fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • work independently and as a team

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 6+ years of relevant experience (Senior Professional)
  • 3+ years of relevant experience (Advanced Professional)
  • Proficiency with electronic proposal submission sites
  • Current AOR (Authorized Organizational Representative) preferred
  • Graduate of Penn State ACES preferred
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or desire to obtain certification

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the U.S.

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