Senior Sponsored Programs Manager & Systems Administrator

🇺🇸 Athens, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $59K - $98K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ April 8th, 2026

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Ohio University is hiring a Senior Sponsored Programs Manager & Systems Administrator. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting electronic systems supporting research administration, developing training and reporting functions, managing contract proposals and compliance with funding agencies, and advising on system changes to support institutional policies and procedures.

Highlights

Manage electronic administration systems, including vendor communication, troubleshooting, and training development.
Participate in contract proposals, negotiations, and compliance monitoring for federal, state, and private funding.
Provide significant input on optimizing enterprise-level research administration systems and lead change initiatives.
Perform eRA data entry and manage escalated IT tickets and system inbox.
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance and research administration stakeholders to support integration with financial systems.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of related professional experience or equivalent.
Responsible for leadership in projects, problem-solving, and budget oversight.
Eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Full-time regular position within the Research and Sponsored Programs department under the Vice President for Research.
Pay range: $58,972 to $98,125 annually; exempt status; 40+ hours per week typical schedule Monday through Friday.