UTS - Temporary Director & Pre-Awards Research Administrator

Director and Pre-award Research administrator to support to the department. This role reports to the Associate Dean and works closely with faculty and the Post-Award Manager. Key Responsibilities include: Tracking proposal deadlines and routing proposals through RED on time Reviewing sponsor solicitations and advising faculty on their requirements Assembling proposal packages: biosketches, current and pending support, data management plans, letters of support or commitment, and sponsor forms. Building proposal budgets and budget justifications with faculty Preparing and submitting the non-technical parts of proposals through PD/RED, Grants.gov, Research.gov, and other sponsor portals. Answering faculty questions promptly Keeping proposal records and sending the Associate Dean of Research Administration weekly status updates. Providing day-to-day operational oversight and support to the Post-Award Manager as needed with account setup, effort reporting, and closeout. This position offers a hybrid work schedule consisting of two days in the office and three days remote per week, following an initial onboarding and training period. Is Time Limited: Yes If Yes, Appointment Length: 3 months with possible extension Wolfpack Perks and Benefits: As a Pack member, you belong here , and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Health Insurance for Temporary Employees Enhance your career with LEAD courses Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Job City & State: Raleigh, NC Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional Working Title: UTS - Temporary Director & Pre-Awards Research Administrator Work Schedule: 40 hours; Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Minimum Experience/Education: Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of research administration experience. Department Required Skills: Hands-on pre-award experience at a university or research institution. Working knowledge of the Uniform Guidance and federal sponsor rules (e.g., NSF PAPPG, NIH). Experience with electronic submission systems (Grants.gov, Research.gov, and/or eRA Commons). Strong Excel skills. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Clear, professional communication with faculty. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: Experience with NC State systems (PD, RED, PeopleSoft Financials). Certified Research Administrator (CRA), or working toward it. Post-award familiarity (account setup, effort reporting/TEARS, closeout). Experience with many kinds of sponsors (federal, state, foundations, industry). Required License or Certification: n/a Valid NC Driver's License required?: No Commercial Driver's License Required?: No Anticipated Hiring Range: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour Job Open Date: 10/20/2026 Quick Link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/236447 Organization NC State: Think and Do NC State was founded with a purpose: to create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina and the country. We began as a land-grant institution teaching the agricultural and mechanical arts. Today, we're a pre-eminent research enterprise with 12 colleges excelling in all major academic fields. 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