Program Manager

CLEMU Clemson University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a time-limited staff member to direct and manage a unit with significant program impact. Responsibilities include grants and proposal management, special projects and reporting, and administrative/project operations supporting budgets, procurement, and compliance.

The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary activities, maintaining records for audits and renewals, and contributing to program development and website maintenance.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• Relevant program experience is required.

Responsibilities

• JOB KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.
• BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides input into the budgeting process, and manages fund allocation.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Directs and manages a unit, program or system that has a significant impact upon an agency or the state.

JOB DUTIES

• 10% - Other Duties as Assigned.


• 30% - Grants and Proposal Management: Facilitate pre-award and post-award activities for multidisciplinary grant applications and sponsored awards involving faculty, collaborators, sponsors, and partner institutions, including proposal timelines, budget development, budget justifications, subaward documentation, progress reports, and sponsor communications. Assist with procurement and documentation of procurement of equipment, services, and laboratory supplies.


• 30% - Special Projects, Reporting, and Records: Independently coordinate special projects that support the lab’s research, commercialization, partnership, and outreach goals by developing project plans, tracking milestones and deliverables, preparing reports and briefing materials, and maintaining accurate project records for audits, renewals, reviews, and leadership decision‑making. Assist with program website development and maintenance, and the procurement of consultants and contractors.


• 30% - Administrative/Project Operations: Monitor and track project activities involving Clemson personnel and project partners. Assist with tracking project expenditures, maintaining budget‑related records, supporting procurement, travel, payroll/effort coordination, and account reconciliation. Conduct continuous internal review of project documentation and support compliance with Clemson University, sponsor, college, and departmental policies.

JOB CODE

AH45

EMPLOYEE TYPE

Time-Limited (TLP) Staff

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• JOB KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.


• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.


• BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides input into the budgeting process, and manages fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extends hands or arms in any direction: %


• Walk or move about: %


• Recognize or inspect visually: %


• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: %

WORKING CONDITIONS

None: %

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range $65,000 - $80,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

August 28, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN

Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.