Proposal and Award Generalist (Post-Award) - Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
About the Job
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Eberly College of Science (http://science.psu.edu/) is seeking a dynamic, hardworking research administrator for the position of Proposal and Awards Generalist, Advanced Professional. This position will report to the Post-Award Proposal and Award Manager 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.
Primary responsibilities include the following: 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:
+ Prepare and maintain financial records and post-award database
+ 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 and effort confirmation
+ 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
Education and Experience:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in SIMBA, SIMS, Workday, 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.
This position will work fully remote.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$56,200.00 - $81,500.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA
+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Eberly College of Science (http://science.psu.edu/) is seeking a dynamic, hardworking research administrator for the position of Proposal and Awards Generalist, Advanced Professional. This position will report to the Post-Award Proposal and Award Manager 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.
Primary responsibilities include the following: 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:
+ Prepare and maintain financial records and post-award database
+ 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 and effort confirmation
+ 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
Education and Experience:
This position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in SIMBA, SIMS, Workday, 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.
This position will work fully remote.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$56,200.00 - $81,500.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (https://affirmativeaction.psu.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)
PA State Labor Law Poster
Affirmative Action (https://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr11)
Penn State Policies
Copyright Information (https://www.psu.edu/copyright-information)
Hotlines
University Park, PA
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