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Associate Pre-Award Officer/Pre-Award Officer

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position, and must outline your skills and experience that directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Job Summary

This position may be filled at the level of Associate Pre-Award Officer (Job Code 103978 Associate Sponsored Project Officer) with a salary range of $58,781 - $70,821 or Pre-Award Officer (Job Code 103979 Sponsored Project Officer) with a salary range of $62,889 - $78,611 depending upon the qualifications and relevant experience of the selected candidate.

A remote work option is available.

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The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) safeguards and advances U-M's research enterprise by providing its partners with efficient pre-award and non-financial post-award services for the compliant administration of externally sponsored grants, contracts, and ancillary agreements. ORSP aspires to be recognized across the globe as the leading provider of innovative and high-value guidance on the conduct of sponsored research and other funded activities. Additional information regarding ORSP is available on ourwebsite (https://orsp.umich.edu/about-orsp) .

Our office is growing and looking for experienced individuals to provide pre-award services and oversight for the institution. The incumbent in this position reviews and ensures accurate and timely submission of University-wide sponsored research grant proposals for standard and routine activity and for more complex submissions, such as program project grants; reviews, negotiates post-submission changes and requests in compliance with sponsor and institutional policies and guidelines. This position has the responsibility and authority to review and agree to sponsor terms and conditions on behalf of the University as a project representative in the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects.

Under management of a Manager, Sponsored Projects, this position is responsible for the following:

Principal Job Duties - Associate Pre-Award Officer

Oversees and ensures accurate and timely submission and provides oversight for University-sponsored project proposals. Determines that all University and sponsor requirements are met prior to University's endorsement and submission of proposals.

Oversees and ensures accurate and timely submission and provides oversight for post-submission information requests and handles pre-award negotiations.

Provides assistance and guidance to University faculty and staff, usually one-on-one or in small group settings. Assumes direct contact with faculty and project teams as required.

Principal Job Duties - Pre-Award Officer

Oversees and ensures accurate and timely submission and provides oversight for University-sponsored project proposals, including but not limited to multi-school, multi-institutional proposals such as program project grants and other complex submissions. Determines that all University and sponsor requirements are met prior to University's endorsement and submission of proposals.

Oversees and ensures accurate and timely submission and provides oversight for post-submission information requests and handles pre-award negotiations.

Provide guidance to project teams related to proposal submissions and post-submission inquiries. Represents Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) in meetings in conjunction with more senior ORSP staff. Assumes full level of contact with project teams. Handles complex issues with sponsors.

Focuses on more complex compliance issues and serves as a resource to more junior staff in this regard.

Required Qualifications*

Required Qualifications - Associate Pre-Award Officer:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications - Pre-Award Officer:

All required qualifications for Associate Pre-Award Officer title

Two or more years of experience performing similar job duties.

Desired Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications - Associate Pre-Award Officer

Experience in pre-award related to various extramural sponsors, such as federal agencies, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and industry.

Working knowledge of sponsor software systems (e.g., eRA Commons, Research.gov, Proposal Central, etc.).

Familiarity with U-M policies and procedures related to research administration (including, but not limited to, accounting, purchasing, personnel, and regulatory compliance).

Experience providing excellent customer service.

Certification in Research Administration (CRA or CPRA)

Desired Qualifications - Pre-Award Officer

MBA, JD, or similar advanced degree.

Experience in pre-award and/or non-financial post-award related to various extramural sponsors, such as federal agencies, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and industry.

Working knowledge of sponsor software systems (e.g., eRA Commons, Research.gov, Proposal Central, etc.).

Familiarity with U-M policies and procedures related to research administration (including, but not limited to, accounting, purchasing, personnel, and regulatory compliance).

Experience providing excellent customer service.

Certification in Research Administration (CRA or CPRA)

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

268547

Working Title

Associate Pre-Award Officer/Pre-Award Officer

Job Title

Sponsored Proj Officer Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Umor Sponsored Projs

Department

UMOR Off Rsrch&Spnsr Prjs-ORSP

Posting Begin/End Date

9/11/2025 - 10/11/2025

Salary

$58,781.00 - $78,611.00

Career Interest

Research