The Pre-Award Manager at Illinois State University works with faculty/staff to secure critical funding for the university through the daily development and submission of grant proposals and budgets in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment. Proposed projects vary widely, and learning is constant. Role is structured for advancement opportunities. Apply now!
Role is structured for advancement opportunities.
This position is open to consideration for varying levels of experience. Pay within the salary range will be commensurate with experience.
Work is on campus for the first year, then hybrid.
Responsibilities
- Supports direct, day-to-day pre-award service within Research and Sponsored Programs (RSP).
- Serves as a contact for pre-award inquiries as well as grant proposal development, preparation, and submission.
- Communicates and coordinates with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and external constituents in developing responses to grant opportunities across a range of fields/disciplines.
- Provides review and guidance to investigators in the development of their budgets, statements of work, and other required proposal documents by posted deadlines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or equivalent degree from an accredited university in a field related to the position.
- At least one (1) year of grant-related experience in higher education, education, non-profit, or government setting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
- Detail orientated, highly organized, and driven team player.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, accurately, and quickly.
- Ability to keep attention to detail simultaneously with attention to the larger component parts.
- Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to make independent ethical, knowledge-based decisions and act with integrity.
- Ability to produce accurate and timely work products when working under pressure.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion with information.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
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Beverly Beyer
Assistant Director of Pre-Award Services
Illinois State University
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