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North Carolina State University

Sponsored Research Administrator

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Raleigh, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $68K - $71K

💻 Administrator

🗓️ July 1st, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring a Sponsored Research Administrator for the Department of Computer Science. The role involves managing the full research lifecycle including proposal submission, budgeting, financial monitoring, and award close-out while ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and fostering strong faculty partnerships.

Highlights
  • Manage pre-award and post-award grant processes, including proposal preparation and submission via PINS, Grants.gov, and agency portals.
  • Develop, monitor, and adjust project budgets in collaboration with principal investigators ensuring compliance with university, state, and sponsor regulations.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, reconcile accounts, and review expenditures such as HR costs and travel reimbursements.
  • Stay updated on sponsor requirements from agencies such as NSF, DARPA, and NSA, translating regulations into actionable research team guidance.
  • Lead timely financial close-out of awards and establish internal controls to ensure consistency and accountability.
  • Required proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and financial systems; knowledge of accounting principles and federal/state fiscal regulations.
  • Minimum qualifications include post-baccalaureate credentials with 1-2 years experience or bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years related experience.
  • Preferred experience with PeopleSoft Human Resources and Financials, PINS, RADAR, NSF FastLane, grants.gov, and WRS systems.
  • Offered salary is commensurate with education and experience, ranging from $67,500 to $71,000 annually.
  • Department of Computer Science is a large unit in the College of Engineering known for research and teaching excellence.