Proposal and Award Specialist

4 weeks ago


College Station, Texas, United States The Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Summary

The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a highly skilled Proposal and Award Generalist to perform a wide range of duties related to sponsored programs. This position will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, assisting with proposal preparation and submission, and administering grants and contracts from external and internal funding sources.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review notices of intent and solicitations for grant proposals, identify relevant funding opportunities, and communicate with Principal Investigators (PIs).
  • Assist PIs with proposal preparation, including drafting budgets, budget justifications, and other required documents.
  • Process proposals and awards, including obtaining approvals for cost sharing, financial risk, and other requirements.
  • Review proposals for sponsor compliance and adherence to guidelines.
  • Provide PIs with monthly financial reports, reconcile expenditures, and assist with changes to awards.
  • Monitor awards to ensure deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
Requirements
  • An associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to learn and use multiple electronic research administration systems.
What We Offer

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We offer a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work, as well as opportunities for professional development and training.

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The salary range for this position is $$ to $$. Additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure can be found at https://www.hr.psu.edu/careers/salary.



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