Entry-Level Sponsored Projects Administrator

Boise State University; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Retirement plan (PERSI/ORP)

Health insurance

Tuition fee waiver

Job summary

Boise State University seeks an entry-level Sponsored Projects Administrator, Associate to lead financial oversight of externally funded projects and support principal investigators and college staff.

You will work under supervision to manage budgets, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with federal and university policies while developing expertise in research administration. This role offers growth within the Office of Sponsored Programs.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet sponsor deadlines.
• Attention to detail in reviewing documents.
• Ability to manage basic to moderate awards.

Responsibilities

• Provide fiscal management for sponsored projects and collaborate with faculty and staff.
• Communicate with sponsor agency contacts and assist audits and inquiries.
• Create and submit fiscal reports, invoices, and draws.
• Analyze costs for compliance with cost principles and reconcile ledgers with budgets.
• Review award terms and conditions and expenditures for compliance.
• Train and consult with staff on research administration policies.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Boise State University seeks an entry-level Sponsored Projects Administrator, Associate to lead financial oversight of externally funded projects and support principal investigators and college staff.

You will work under supervision to manage budgets, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with federal and university policies while developing expertise in research administration. This role offers growth within the Office of Sponsored Programs.