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Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week0-40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?Yes

Description of Work Unit

Colorado State University’s ( CSU ) Office of Sponsored Programs ( OSP ) invites nominations and applications for the position of Research Administrator (Administrator). Sponsored Programs is the primary coordinating and managerial office for externally funded activities of a contractual nature at CSU . OSP oversees the full-range of research administration from proposal review and submission to final invoicing and project close-out.

Colorado State University is a land-grant Carnegie Class Doctoral/Research-Extensive University experiencing aggressive growth in faculty recruitment, student enrollment, and research expenditures. Research productivity per tenure-track faculty member is among the highest in the country within like universities. CSU’s annual research expenditures totaled more than $600 million in 2025.

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

Search Contact [email protected]

Position Summary

+ Review and assist in the preparation of research proposals for submission.

+ Coordinate with research teams to ensure proposals meet all necessary requirements and deadlines.

+ Assist with non-financial requests such as no-cost extensions, budget reallocation, and other administrative tasks as needed.

+ This is a temporary position requiring a commitment of 20 hours per week.

+ We expect this assignment to be 6+ months.

Position Minimum Qualifications

+ 2+ years previous experience in research administration.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience as an Authorized Organizational Representative ( AOR )

+ Ability to work during 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM MDT

+ Experience with NOAA , Department of Energy and NASA proposals

+ Experience with Kuali Research

Posting Details

Working TitleTemporary Research Administrator

Posting Number202500636T

DepartmentSponsored Programs

Salary Range$30-$35/hour

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

+ Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf)

+ Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

+ For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) .

+ Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) !

Close Date10/12/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryProposal Review & Submission

Duty/Responsibility

+ Liaison between the sponsors and faculty/unit administrators to ensure proposals meet cost accounting standards, sponsor terms and conditions, and institutional policies and procedures.

+ Analyze and approve proposals for submission on behalf of the University, using Federal regulations and requirements, sponsor guidelines, University policies, and electronic administration systems.

Percentage Of Time80%

Job Duty CategoryNon-Financial Post-Award Administration

Duty/Responsibility

+ Review non-financial requests/justifications for post-award actions such as no-cost extensions and proposal/budget modifications.

+ Process post-award actions.

+ Review agreement amendments

Percentage Of Time20%

References

Minimum References Required0

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

Optional Documents