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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Eberly College of Science is seeking a dynamic, hardworking research administrator for the position of Proposal and Awards Generalist, Intermediate Professional. This position will report to the Post-Award Proposal and Award Advanced Professional in a fast paced, complex, detailed, and multifaceted environment that requires multi-tasking expertise, managing conflicting priorities, timely work production, and the ability to solve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have the ability to successfully work and communicate (verbal and written) with internal and external colleagues/partners at various levels to achieve mutually beneficial goals and solve problems. 

Duties of this position include providing excellent support and expertise to departments within ECOS on post-award matters. The selected individual’s job responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
•  Administration of Notification of Termination and Closing Procedures. 
•  Reviewing and processing grant and contractual awards closeout documentation
•  Creating new accounts; budget funds in SIMBA to sponsored programs/internal orders
•  Assist with tasks associated with labor distribution 
•  Assisting post-award team in the management of sponsored projects which can involve budget revisions, no-cost extensions, preparation of financial reports and invoices for sponsored projects; monitoring of past-due progress reports, technical and/or final reports; coordination and/or tracking of mandatory and voluntary committed cost share; and monitoring of uncollected income/aging reports and delinquent accounts
•  Serve as back-up in the management of subcontracts; maintain subcontracting files and database. 

Education and Experience:
Typically requires an Associate’s degree and two or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in SIMBA, SIMS, Excel, MS Office, and completion of PSU ACES program preferred. 

This position requires flexibility and self-management skills, including the ability to prioritize a large number of tasks. Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills required. Capability to work both independently and as a team member, ability to multi-task and respond professionally in challenging situations is essential.

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