Remote Contracts Administrator, Sponsored Programs

Penn State University; United States; Remote; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Contracts Administrator in the Office of Sponsored Programs to analyze, negotiate, and administer sponsored programs, review and process agreements, and negotiate sub-awards while ensuring compliance with university guidelines.

The role involves advising faculty, collaborating with central offices, and delivering training on contracts administration. Remote work is possible for eligible US states with EST work hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Required Certifications: None

Responsibilities

• Analyze, review, evaluate, and negotiate agreements, grants, awards, and contracts with government and industry sponsors.
• Review terms and conditions of proposals; interpret sponsor requirements and identify university exceptions.
• Draft and monitor agreements for contract compliance and process modifications.
• Review budgets and provide input on budgeted items and justification.
• Write and negotiate sub-awards; monitor expenditures and close out awards.
• Collaborate with research teams to identify funding strategies and provide education on submissions.
• Consult with Research Accounting, IP Office, Risk Management, Legal Counsel on special terms and conditions.
• Advise faculty on sponsor/university guidelines and resolve contract compliance issues; correspond with sponsors and sub-recipients.
• Develop and deliver training programs on specialized research administration topics.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Contracts Administrator in the Office of Sponsored Programs to analyze, negotiate, and administer sponsored programs, review and process agreements, and negotiate sub-awards while ensuring compliance with university guidelines.

The role involves advising faculty, collaborating with central offices, and delivering training on contracts administration. Remote work is possible for eligible US states with EST work hours.