<p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo Posting Number STA00262PO26 Job Family Business Operations Job Function Sponsored Awards Management (SAM) USC Market Title Sponsored Awards Management Administrator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132331 Job Level P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) Grants Admin 1- Pre Award Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Office of Research Department OOR Sponsored Awards Management State Pay Range G09 USC Market Range MRF - $52,526 $65,658 $78,789 Anticipated Hiring Range $52,526-$78,789 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <ul> <li>Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch. </li><li>Must be willing to work flexible schedule in support of office needs. </li></ul> <p>Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference Statement</p> <p>The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.</p> <p>Benefits for FTE Positions</p> <p>The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>This position provides centralized pre-award sponsored programs administration support to a portfolio of academic departments and research units. The role is responsible for the review, institutional endorsement, and electronic submission of sponsored program proposals to external sponsors primarily consisting of federal, state, and foundations, ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies prior to award.</p> <p>This position does not perform post-award management duties, does not accept awards, does not negotiate contracts or terms and conditions, and does not conduct financial or expense compliance reviews.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. </li></ul> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience in pre-award research administration in higher education. </li><li>Familiarity with federal proposal submission systems and sponsor requirements. </li><li>Knowledge of federal grant regulations as applied to proposal development. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of pre-award sponsored program regulations and proposal requirements. </li><li>Strong analytical skills for reviewing proposals and sponsor guidelines. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple proposal deadlines simultaneously. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Proficiency with electronic research administration and sponsor submission systems. </li><li>Ability to work independently while supporting a high volume proposal environment. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Proposal Review, Preparation, and Submission:</p> <ul> <li>Review externally funded sponsored program proposals for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and applicable federal and/or state regulations prior to submission. </li><li>Ensure correct application of proposal components such as budgets, budget justifications, subrecipient documentation, cost share, biosketches, facilities, statements, and required certifications. </li><li>Serve as the authorized institutional pre-award reviewer for proposals submitted through electronic systems (e.g., Grants.gov, FastLane, Research.gov, ASSIST, sponsor portals) and additional submittal processes (email, etc.). </li><li>Coordinate and submit proposals on behalf of the institution by sponsor deadlines. </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty</p> <p>Pre-Award Budget Development Support:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Provide pre-award budget guidance to faculty and departmental staff, including:</p> </li><li> <p>Allowable vs. unallowable costs (pre-award perspective only).</p> </li><li> <p>Salary and fringe calculations.</p> </li><li> <p>Effort commitments.</p> </li><li> <p>Subrecipient and consultant budget review.</p> </li><li> <p>Verify budget alignment with sponsor limitations and institutional costing</p> </li></ul> <p>methodologies.</p> <ul> <li>Ensure consistency between proposal narrative, scope of work, and budget </li></ul> <p>justification.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Faculty, Department, and Sponsor Guidance:</p> <ul> <li>Advise faculty and staff on pre-award proposal processes, timelines, sponsor requirements, and submission strategies. </li><li>Interpret sponsor instructions, funding opportunity announcements (FOAs), and </li></ul> <p>proposal policies for application purposes only.</p> <ul> <li>Act as a liaison between departments and central research offices for pre-submission </li></ul> <p>coordination.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Pre-Award Compliance and Policy Interpretation:</p> <ul> <li>Interpret and apply federal, sponsor, and institutional rules related to proposal submission and certification requirements. </li><li>Identify proposal level compliance issues (e.g., human subjects documentation status, animal use disclosures, conflict of interest acknowledgements) and coordinate resolution prior to submission. </li><li>Ensure institutional approvals are obtained before proposal submission. </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty</p> <p>Systems, Documentation, and Process Improvement:</p> <ul> <li>Maintain accurate proposal records and correspondence in institutional electronic research administration systems. </li><li>Contribute to pre-award work?ow improvements, templates, and guidance materials. </li><li>Assist with training and outreach related to proposal submission processes. </li></ul> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5</p> <p>Position Attributes</p> <p>Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.</p> <p>Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Job Open Date 04/17/2026 Job Close Date 04/27/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.</p> <p>We are only accepting applications submitted by April 27, 2026.</p> <p>The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Health and Life Insurance </li><li>Retirement Programs </li><li>Paid Tuition </li><li>Dependent Scholarships </li><li>Annual Leave </li><li>Sick Leave </li><li>13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) </li><li>Paid Parental Leave </li><li>Professional Development Opportunities </li></ul> <p>Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/205031 EEO Statement</p> <p>The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p>