SPONSORED PROJECTS OFFICER

Arizona State University is a rapidly growing multi-campus public "Research
I" institution with 40,000+ students.  ASU+s sponsored project activity was
$55 million in FY+93.

ASU+s Office of Research and Creative Activities (ORCA) seeks a Sponsored
Projects Officer to work with faculty and University personnel in
identifying external funding sources for research and other projects.  The
Officer will report to ORCA+s Director and will work with federal/state
agencies, foundations and industrial firms to locate local, state, national
and international prospective sponsors for customized proposal targeting.
 The Officer will assist in proposal development; review budget, business
and compliance issues; develop/negotiate grants and contracts; administer
subsequent awards; advise project directors on financial management issues;
and resolve problems with project directors and sponsors.

The position requires a Bachelor+s degree in a related field and 4+ years
experience in identifying funding sources, developing/negotiating creative
proposals/grants/contracts and in administering current contracts OR any
equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable
knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.  Prefer knowledge of
research environments, technology, financial analysis and management.
 Strong negotiating, interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
are a plus.  Anticipated salary range:  $31,000 - $34,100, DOE.

To apply, please submit:

Resume and the names, numbers and addresses of three references by July 22,
1994 to:

 Employment Services Department, Arizona State University, Academic Services
Building, Room 105, Box 871403, Tempe, AZ 85287-1403.  Ref:  JO# 700.

ASU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Twila Fisher Reighley, Manager, Research and Creative Activities
AZ State University, Tempe, AZ  85283-1603
(602) 965-0273; 965-8013 (fax); e-mail: xxxxxx@ASU.edu