Mississippi State University

SPONSORED PROGRAMS ADMINISTRATOR

Mississippi State University invites applications and nominations for
the position of Sponsored Programs Administrator.

The Sponsored Programs Administrator will serve as a member of a team
of professional and support staff who provide university-wide
leadership in the development and administration of sponsored
projects.  The position will report to the director of Sponsored
Programs Administration.

Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to: review proposals submitted by
faculty, staff, and administrators in targeted areas of the
university; ensure that the proposals are in compliance with and
follow polices and procedures established by Mississippi State
University and sponsoring agencies; negotiate on behalf of the
university, grants, and contracts awarded; prepare subcontracts and
consulting agreements, non-fiscal monitoring of active grants and
contracts; participate on appropriate committees and project teams;
supervise database management and activity-reporting functions; and,
coordinate all aspects of Electronic Research Administration with
various administrative units.

Qualifications:

The qualified applicant must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree
(master's degree preferred) and a minimum of 2 years' experience in a
sponsored programs or related office.  Excellent interpersonal skills,
strong computer skills, and experience in work settings requiring
multiple assignments and managing priorities are essential.  Knowledge
of federal contracting regulations and policies is required.
Extensive knowledge and experience in various regulatory areas (i.e.,
IRB, IACUC, etc.) is also required.  Specific experience in Oracle
based data management is highly desired, as is experience in SCT
Banner or MIT/COEUS.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.  Benefits are highly
competitive.  Applications will be accepted through January 31, 1998,
or until the position is filled.

The application letter must include your resume and the names,
addresses, and phone numbers of four professional references.  Send
nominations and/or application to:

Matt Ronning, Interim Director
Office of Sponsored Programs
P.O. Box 6156
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Mississippi State University is an AA/EOE

Matthew Ronning
Sponsored Programs Administration
Mississippi State University
P.O. Box 6156
Mississippi State, MS 39762
xxxxxx@spa.msstate.edu
601/325-7404 -- Phone
601/325-3803 -- Facsimile