Sponsored Programs Officer I/II/III

Sponsored Programs Officer I/II/III

Level I: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in research administration.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of experience in sponsored program administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level III: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of experience in sponsored program
administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The position is located within UF's Division of Sponsored Programs responsible for learning and facilitating a wide range of sponsored programs administration activities, primarily proposal submission on behalf of the University of Florida.

• Coordinate and support faculty and staff in the preparation of proposals being submitted to federal, state, corporate, and other funding agencies.
• Review proposals for accuracy and compliance with federal, state, university and sponsor regulations.
• Ensure that university policies, such as the F&A Policy, Cost Sharing Policy, PI Status Policy, Effort Policy and others, are followed.
• Review and analyze proposed budgets for compliance with guidelines; check budget details for accurate reflection of line items and proper indirect cost rates.
• Learn and maintain knowledge with university and sponsor electronic research administration systems in order to ensure timely and compliant submission of proposals.
• Act as a liaison between Principal Investigator (PI), campus administrators, agency officials, as well as federal, state, and local offices to resolve problems or issues that develop during course of proposal review; interacts closely with PI and their associates to provide technical assistance during the development process of proposals; and provides guidance to departmental staff, investigators, and research administrators on agency policy and requirements. 

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Level I: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience in research administration.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of experience in sponsored program
administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level III: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and three years of experience in sponsored program
administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This is not a remote work position, and it is located on the University of Florida's Main Campus in Gainesville, Florida.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references.

This position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable pool of candidates is established. 

This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.