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Job Title


UTS - Temporary Pre-Award Officer at NC State


Company : North Carolina State University


Location : Raleigh, NC


Created : 2026-04-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

This position will assist faculty with proposal development and submission for sponsored agency funding. This includes review of funding opportunity announcements, creating budgets, compiling all documentation requirements, uploading into agency portals as required, and completion of NCSU forms/protocols. Job duties: Proposal development and adherence to development timelines, preparation of budgets, budget justifications, subcontracts and cost-sharing, consolidating documents, review of all formatting and other key elements, review for adherence to the solicitation guidelines, answering questions and providing coaching throughout the process, and ensuring all pre-award requirements have been met while adhering to all Federal, State, University and Sponsored Agency guidelines. This is a hybrid position requiring a combination of on-site and remote work. The selected candidate will be expected to work in the office three days per week and remotely for two days, subject to business needs. Is Time Limited Yes If Yes, Appointment Length 6 months or more 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. 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. Department Information Job City & State Raleigh, NC Department System Information Classification Title Temporary-Clerical Working Title UTS - Temporary Pre-Award Officer at NC State Position Information Requirements and Preferences Work Schedule Monday- Friday (8 AM- 5PM) hybrid Other Work/Responsibilities Budget preparation - including multi-year budgets and justifications, subawards, multidisciplinary/multi-institutional. Mathematically analyze, select, and apply the proper rules to accommodate the correct fringe rates, F&A (facilitates and administrative costs), tuition rates, and other direct costs for a proposal, including subawards. Prepare applications in federal sponsor systems (NIH-ASSIST; NSFresearch.gov, DOJ-Just Grants, Workspace). Other duties as needed. Minimum Experience/Education * Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience * At least 1-2 years of experience supporting proposal development, research administration, or grant submissions * Experience supporting proposal development, preferably within a university or research administration environment Department Required Skills * Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and financial detail management * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment * At least 1-2 years of experience supporting proposal development, research administration, or grant submissions Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education * Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification * Prior experience with proposal development in a university or academic setting Required License or Certification * N/A Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment