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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Strategic Interdisciplinary Research Office (SIRO) at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an Assistant Pre-Award Research Administrator (Proposal and Award Generalist 3). The highly skilled professional will prepare and submit large complex proposals in a dynamic, fast paced, and multifaceted environment.

Responsibilities: The selected individual’s job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the proposal submission process that includes thorough review of proposals for University signature and submission to various entities such as government agencies, industry, and foundations.
• Review and interpret sponsor and University guidelines, policies, and funding announcements to advise and guide faculty, staff, proposal development and project management teams.
• Advise faculty and staff in all aspects of proposal development and submission requirements.
• Prepare proposal subsections including budgets and non-technical components as indicated in the solicitation.
• Obtain departmental, College and University approvals as required.
• Serve as a pre-award liaison with sponsors, external research partners, Central offices, and Institutes, Departments and Colleges across the University.

The individual in this role must maintain positive and effective working relationships with assigned teams, research administration units, sponsors, and faculty. 

This is a remote-eligible position based in the United States. Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. 

Typical Education and Experience Requirements: Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Pre-Award research administration experience is expected.

Additional Preferred Education, Experience, or Certifications: Experience with Strategic Information Management System (SIMS), SIMS budgets, and various electronic proposal submission sites preferred. Graduate of Penn State ACOR Certification and Education Series (ACES) preferred. Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or desire to obtain certification is encouraged.

Additional Required Competencies: This position requires flexibility and self-management skills, high attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills including the ability to prioritize a large number of diverse responsibilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and int