Assistant Director Of Pre-award Services

Penn State

Centre County, PA, US
Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
8+ years relevant experience
3+ years supervisory experience
Federal grant policy knowledge
The Penn State College of Health and Human Development is seeking an Assistant Director of Pre-Award Services to oversee proposal submissions and provide guidance on grant compliance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in sponsored program administration, particularly with federal grants like NIH, and possess strong leadership and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The role involves supervising a team of three Pre-Award Coordinators and managing the full lifecycle of sponsored program administration.
  • Candidates must demonstrate mastery of proposal submission requirements for federal, Commonwealth, and industry sponsors with a focus on NIH.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $86,300.00 to $129,500.00 along with comprehensive benefits including a 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

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The Penn State College of Health and Human Development is seeking an Assistant Director of Pre-Award Services to oversee proposal submissions and provide guidance on grant compliance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in sponsored program administration, particularly with federal grants like NIH, and possess strong leadership and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years relevant experience
  • 3+ years supervisory experience
  • Federal grant policy knowledge
  • Uniform Guidance expertise
  • NIH sponsor experience preferred

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Customer service focus
  • Strategic application leadership
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Website content development

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 8+ years relevant experience
  • 3+ years supervisory experience
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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