<p>The Proposal Manager is a professional staff member of Sponsored Projects Administration (SPA), the centralized administrative unit at Portland State University (PSU) responsible for university-wide administration of external funding received in the form of grants and contracts for research and other scholarly activities. SPA staff provide expertise and professional support to investigators and staff throughout the sponsored projects lifecycle.</p> <p>The Proposal Manager leads a team of Proposal Analysts who support Principal Investigators in the development and submission of sponsored project proposals. This role is responsible for supervising, training, and mentoring staff; managing team workload and priorities; resolving complex or escalated issues; and providing guidance on the proper preparation of proposals to ensure successful and compliant submissions. The position provides day-to-day operational management of proposal services, including oversight of workflows, workload distribution, and process consistency, and promotes consistent, high-quality support through structured coordination, standardized processes, and clear communication with investigators and departments.</p> <p>The Proposal Manager serves as an Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) for PSU with delegated authority to legally bind the institution in grants administration matters and certify compliance with federal regulations on behalf of the university.</p> <p>This position is based at Portland State University's vibrant urban campus in downtown Portland, where you'll be part of a welcoming and collaborative community. We offer flexible scheduling options and, when operational needs allow, the possibility of limited remote work (typically up to one day per week) under an approved remote work agreement in line with University policy.</p>