University of North Calorina Pembroke
Sponsored Programs Specialist - 2588
University of North Calorina Pembroke, Pembroke, North Carolina, United States, 28372
Position Title: Sponsored Programs Specialist – 2588
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Sponsored Research & Programs
FTE: 1 (Exempt Professional Staff) – Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Position # 2588 – Months per year: 12.
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit The Office of Sponsored Research and Programs provides leadership, oversight, and support for externally funded research, scholarly activity, and institutional grant programs.
OSRP facilitates the development, submission, negotiation, and management of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements; ensures compliance with federal, state, and sponsor regulations; and supports faculty and staff in securing external funding that advances the research, service, and academic mission of the university.
Primary Purpose of Position The Sponsored Programs Specialist (SPS) supports campus departments, sponsors, and sub‑recipients in the development and submission of externally funded proposals on behalf of UNCP.
The role requires knowledge of grant proposal mechanisms, sponsor requirements, and submission processes to communicate regulations and provide administrative support for contracts and grants.
Job Description The SPS must understand the types of proposals and grant mechanisms used by funding agencies, the processes for application submission, and the terms and conditions of each request for proposal.
This knowledge is necessary to communicate rules, regulations, and procedures to faculty members, staff, and stakeholders, and to provide support in contracts and grants administration.
Duties include collaborating with and assisting faculty, staff, and administrators; acting as a subject‑matter expert in research administration; conducting pre‑award review and application submissions to ensure compliance with policies, laws, regulations, and agency guidelines; developing and reviewing budgets for allowability and financial compliance with sponsor‑specific requirements; and facilitating the setup of incoming awards.
The SPS will assist faculty, staff, and stakeholders with developing sponsored programs and research proposals while following University policies related to application submission.
Work involves creating, integrating, applying, and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
Excellent editing and written communication skills.
Ability to interpret, explain, and apply complicated rules, regulations, and policies.
Ability to work with personnel from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
Ability to learn quickly.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
In‑depth experience and expertise in delivering high‑quality customer service to a diverse group of colleagues within the organization, the campus research community, and sponsor entities.
Technical proficiency required to perform the duties of the position; knowledge of the profession; and the ability to use cross‑functional knowledge to support interdepartmental connections.
Previous experience in research administration (pre‑award, post‑award, or a combination) as a grant or research administrator in a university or nonprofit setting.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credentials.
Licensing or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check.
The background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment‑eligibility verification form upon hire.
Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD‑214 as part of the online application process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin.
UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Required Documents
CV / Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Other Document 4
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Agency Referral
American Librarian Association (ALA)
Association of Fundraising Professionals
BlacksInHigherEd.com
Career Builder
Chronicle of Higher Education
Cosida
CUPA HR
Disabled in Higher Ed
Disability Website (Other)
Educause
Glassdoor
HigherEdJobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
LinkedIn
Monster
NACUBO
NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
Native Hire
NCAA Market
NC Works Online / One Stop Center
Newspaper
Personal Referral
Placement Exchange
SACUBO
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
StudentAffairs.com
UNC Collaborative Website
UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
Veteran Website (Other)
VeteransInHigherEd.com
Vocational Rehab
Women in Higher Education
Website – Other
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Primary Purpose of Organization Unit The Office of Sponsored Research and Programs provides leadership, oversight, and support for externally funded research, scholarly activity, and institutional grant programs.
OSRP facilitates the development, submission, negotiation, and management of grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements; ensures compliance with federal, state, and sponsor regulations; and supports faculty and staff in securing external funding that advances the research, service, and academic mission of the university.
Primary Purpose of Position The Sponsored Programs Specialist (SPS) supports campus departments, sponsors, and sub‑recipients in the development and submission of externally funded proposals on behalf of UNCP.
The role requires knowledge of grant proposal mechanisms, sponsor requirements, and submission processes to communicate regulations and provide administrative support for contracts and grants.
Job Description The SPS must understand the types of proposals and grant mechanisms used by funding agencies, the processes for application submission, and the terms and conditions of each request for proposal.
This knowledge is necessary to communicate rules, regulations, and procedures to faculty members, staff, and stakeholders, and to provide support in contracts and grants administration.
Duties include collaborating with and assisting faculty, staff, and administrators; acting as a subject‑matter expert in research administration; conducting pre‑award review and application submissions to ensure compliance with policies, laws, regulations, and agency guidelines; developing and reviewing budgets for allowability and financial compliance with sponsor‑specific requirements; and facilitating the setup of incoming awards.
The SPS will assist faculty, staff, and stakeholders with developing sponsored programs and research proposals while following University policies related to application submission.
Work involves creating, integrating, applying, and sharing knowledge directly related to a professional field.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
Excellent editing and written communication skills.
Ability to interpret, explain, and apply complicated rules, regulations, and policies.
Ability to work with personnel from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
Ability to learn quickly.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
In‑depth experience and expertise in delivering high‑quality customer service to a diverse group of colleagues within the organization, the campus research community, and sponsor entities.
Technical proficiency required to perform the duties of the position; knowledge of the profession; and the ability to use cross‑functional knowledge to support interdepartmental connections.
Previous experience in research administration (pre‑award, post‑award, or a combination) as a grant or research administrator in a university or nonprofit setting.
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) credentials.
Licensing or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check.
The background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment‑eligibility verification form upon hire.
Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD‑214 as part of the online application process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin.
UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Required Documents
CV / Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Other Document 4
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Agency Referral
American Librarian Association (ALA)
Association of Fundraising Professionals
BlacksInHigherEd.com
Career Builder
Chronicle of Higher Education
Cosida
CUPA HR
Disabled in Higher Ed
Disability Website (Other)
Educause
Glassdoor
HigherEdJobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Monster
NACUBO
NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
Native Hire
NCAA Market
NC Works Online / One Stop Center
Newspaper
Personal Referral
Placement Exchange
SACUBO
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
StudentAffairs.com
UNC Collaborative Website
UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
Veteran Website (Other)
VeteransInHigherEd.com
Vocational Rehab
Women in Higher Education
Website – Other
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