Remote Grants & Contracts Administrator

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); Remote; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to analyze, negotiate, and administer sponsored programs. The role includes reviewing and drafting terms, negotiating sub-awards, and ensuring compliance with university guidelines.

The position supports faculty and staff through training and guidance on grants and contracts administration. The role may operate remotely within eligible US states with standard EST work hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating government/industry grants and contracts.
• Ability to interpret sponsor requirements and ensure compliance with university guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, review, evaluate, and negotiate agreements, grants, awards, and contracts with government and industry sponsors.
• Review terms and conditions, interpret sponsor requirements, and identify University exceptions.
• Draft and monitor agreements for compliance and process modifications as needed.
• Review budgets and budget justifications; advise faculty and proposal staff on budgeted items.
• Write and negotiate sub-awards; monitor expenditures for compliance; close out awards.
• Collaborate with research teams to identify funding strategies and educate on proposal submission.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Grant administration

Budget analysis

Regulatory compliance

Training others

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Penn State is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to analyze, negotiate, and administer sponsored programs. The role includes reviewing and drafting terms, negotiating sub-awards, and ensuring compliance with university guidelines.

The position supports faculty and staff through training and guidance on grants and contracts administration. The role may operate remotely within eligible US states with standard EST work hours.