Sponsored Program Officer

The Ohio State University

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

Job Summary

  • The Sponsored Program Officer serves as the institutional business official and central administrative point of contact for faculty principal investigators and department/college administrators on pre- and post-award management of externally funded grants and contracts.
  • Responsibilities include advising PIs on proposal submissions, reviewing budgets, counseling on compliance considerations, negotiating award terms, and managing award setup and post-award activities.
  • The role emphasizes balancing autonomous work with teamwork, providing exceptional customer service, and performing in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.

Matching Summary

The Sponsored Program Officer serves as the institutional business official and central administrative point of contact for faculty principal investigators 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
  • Budget preparation and review
  • Compliance with University and sponsor guidelines
  • Negotiate award terms
  • Financial compliance analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Exceptional customer service
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Work-life balance
  • Peer collaboration
  • Supportive leadership

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • At least two years administrative experience
  • At least two years customer service experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Work Rights

Not specified

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