Job Description

Responsible for collaborating with faculty and researchers in managing intermediate to complex aspects of proposal development, development of financial resources and programs, and ensuring compliance with university policies. Job Description:The School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy (SEMTE) at Arizona State University is seeking a Research Advancement Administrator, Sr (RAA, Sr) to join our high-performing Pre-Award team. This role is an opportunity to make a direct impact on groundbreaking research by managing complex proposal submissions, guiding faculty through sponsor requirements, and mentoring Research Advancement Administrators (RAAs). SEMTE, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, is a hub of innovation and impact. Our Research Advancement team is known for excellence, collaboration, and leadership development. By joining us, you will play a pivotal role in enabling faculty to advance research that addresses urgent global challenges in sustainability, climate, and infrastructure. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skills in complex proposal submissions, including multi-investigator, multi-institution, and cost-sharing projects, Organization, Strong problem-solving/Critical thinking, Autonomy, Time management, and Strong customer service skills. Salary Range: $55,000 - $66,000 per year, D.O.E. Essential DutiesProposal Submission Management Lead complex proposal submissions, including multi-investigator, multi-institution, and cost-sharing projects.Interpret and apply sponsor guidelines to ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements.Develop budgets and justifications, coordinate with sub-recipients, and prepare sponsor-ready applications in collaboration with the Office for Research and Sponsored Projects Administration (ORSPA).Manage timelines, checklists, and deliverables to ensure accurate and timely submissionsPerforming funding searches to help identify opportunitiesPreparing sponsor budgets, budget forms or creating acceptable budget formats; including cost sharing budgets and associated internal approval calculationsCompleting sponsor required forms and review for complianceAssisting with post submission action items requested by the sponsor such as Just In Time requests, revised budgets, scope of work, additional certifications