Sponsored Program Officer

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Base: $53,800-$71,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Fully remote
Pre-award and post-award management
Grant and contract negotiation
Budget preparation and review
The Sponsored Program Officer position serves as the institutional business official and central administrative point of contact for faculty principal investigators (PIs) and department/college administrators on pre- and post-award management of externally funded grants and contracts

Job Summary

  • The Sponsored Program Officer position serves as the institutional business official and central administrative point of contact for faculty principal investigators (PIs) and department/college administrators on pre- and post-award management of externally funded grants and contracts.
  • The Office of Sponsored Programs provides a collaborative, autonomous work environment with a strong emphasis on work/life balance, offering flexible work schedule and location options.
  • The Office of Sponsored Programs supports the development, implementation, and coordination of sponsored research at the University from proposal development to project closeout.

Matching Summary

The Sponsored Program Officer position serves as the institutional business official and central administrative point of contact for faculty principal investigators (PIs) and department/college administrators on pre- and post-award management of externally funded grants and contracts.

Salary

Base: $53,800-$71,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • pre-award and post-award management
  • grant and contract negotiation
  • budget preparation and review
  • compliance with university policies
  • financial compliance and problem resolution
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • exceptional customer service
  • flexibility and adaptability
  • work-life balance
  • peer collaboration and supportive leadership
  • electronic research tools and systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least two years of administrative experience
  • At least two years of customer service and problem-solving experience
  • At least one year of experience with federal or private agency sponsors (desired)

Work Rights

Not specified

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