Associate Director - Office of Sponsored Programs

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Jun 03, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) at The Pennsylvania University is seeking an Associate Director. Roles and Responsibilities: The Associate Director will supervise OSP personnel as assigned. The successful candidate will review and supervise complex negotiations and collaborate with other OSP personnel and affiliated offices to meet and exceed faculty expectations for service in support of sponsored projects. This individual will interact on a regular basis with faculty, other administrative offices, and external sponsors. They successful candidate will have thorough knowledge of research administration, as well as experience, reviewing, analyzing, and processing sponsored research awards, as well as non-financial agreements from federal and state agencies, industrial sponsors, foundations, and other public and private sources. Excellent communication skills are required. Responsibilities: Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Manage own portfolio of assigned agreements. Monitor team workload assignments. Supervise and train assigned staff. Serve as a member of OSP Management Team, contributing to efforts towards continuous improvement of OSP processes. Support professional development of both OSP personnel and members of PSU research administration community. Application: Candidates should submit a cover letter expressing their interest and qualifications in the position, as well as a resume describing their education and work experience. Work Arrangement: The location of this position is flexible and can operate fully remote within the United States, fully in-person at our University Park Campus, or in a hybrid model of both in-person and remote. Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree 8+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $129,500.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. 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