Senior Proposal Analyst, Office of Sponsored Projects
$68,000–$68,000 year
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Review and submit proposals prepared by faculty members to sponsoring agencies, exercising sound decision-making to ensure compliance with local, state, and university fiscal policies. Coordinate the review and final approval process for specific proposals prior to submission, interpret university administrative procedures, and consult with staff on submission processes for prospective organizations. Respond to sponsor requests for information or revised budgets and accept assignments on special projects involving oversight of high visibility initiatives. This role supports the Office of Sponsored Projects in securing external funding for research at The University of Texas at Austin, assisting faculty in proposal review, authorization, and submission.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, social sciences, or technical/scientific field
- At least five years of experience in the preparation, processing, and/or negotiation of research grants and/or contract proposals
- Experience working with Electronic Research Administration (eRA)
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, local and university sponsored project guidelines and regulations
- Demonstrated knowledge working with deadlines and under pressure and the subsequent ability to prioritize tasks
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively meeting overlapping deadlines
- Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced Degree
- Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification
- More than five years' experience in the preparation, processing, and negotiation of grant and contract proposals and awards
- University experience
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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