About the role
Overview
The Sponsored Programs Office is looking for a motivated, dynamic, highly organized individual to join our team as a Proposal Analyst. The Proposal Analyst provides support for the development, review, and submission of proposals for externally funded grants, contracts, and other agreements across the University.
This position is telework eligible within the state of Utah. Telework outside of the state of Utah is subject to review and approval by the University prior to a job offer being extended.
Responsibilities
- Provide and coordinate centralized administrative and technical guidance and support to a diverse client set of USU faculty and staff seeking extramural funding for research and sponsored projects.
- Provide expert advice and guidance on proposal creation in Kuali and the proposal submission process.
- Act as the Authorized Official on behalf of USU for proposal submission.
- Assist in solving problems related to the submission of proposals and the creation of budgets within Kuali.
- Perform work using various databases and electronic systems.
- Engage in professional development and educational opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Effective written and verbal interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred Requirements:
- Work experience in a higher education setting.
- Knowledge of federal requirements as it relates to sponsored projects.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Ability to cultivate positive relationships with faculty and staff.
- Ability to work independently, effectively, and efficiently under tight time constraints.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Minimum $45,000; commensurate with experience plus excellent benefitsADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
College/Department Highlights
The Sponsored Programs Office is a unit within the Office of Research that facilitates research and other sponsored activities by providing the USU community with professional and effective administrative expertise in the management of sponsored programs, while preserving the rights and interests of USU, the researcher, the sponsor, and the community.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.
As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.
Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
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