Sponsored Research Specialist - Scripps College
Application Procedure:
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https://careers-anothersource.icims.com/jobs/102392/sponsored-research-specialist---scripps-college/job?mode=job&iis=Job+Board+or+Association&iisn=AIR
Job Duties
Provide strategic guidance and hands-on support to faculty pursuing external funding from federal agencies and competitive fellowships
Assist in proposal development including budget preparation, submission logistics, compliance documentation (e.g., IRB, export control), and sponsor communications
Collaborate with the Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations on a monthly funding newsletter and shared reporting of activity and impact
Liaise with Pitzer and The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) for cross-institutional applications and compliance support
Contribute data and impact stories for stewardship reporting and the College’s campaign communications
Track and assess awarded grants, facilitate transitions to post-award specialists, and ensure accurate internal documentation
Maintain awareness of evolving federal research priorities and serve as a resource for aligning institutional research strengths with funding opportunities
Develop grant calendars, proposal pipelines, and training workshops for faculty across disciplines
Build collaborative relationships with key academic leaders to identify research priorities and develop strong proposals
Manage the application, review, and award processes for funding, ensuring transparency, compliance with federal & state law, and efficient management of the award funding
Assist with creating and following College research administration policies; seek guidance when applying policies
Support PI with proposal development by helping to develop budgets that align with the College’s business and human resources offices’ policies and procedures
Interprets and accurately applies state and federal laws regarding sponsored research including the submission of applications, acceptance of awards and compliance with sponsor and College terms and conditions
Protects the interests of the College through careful review, negotiation, and approval of terms and conditions of sponsored project awards and ensures College compliance in partnership with the Post Award Grant Specialist
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties
Assist in proposal development including budget preparation, submission logistics, compliance documentation (e.g., IRB, export control), and sponsor communications
Collaborate with the Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations on a monthly funding newsletter and shared reporting of activity and impact
Liaise with Pitzer and The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) for cross-institutional applications and compliance support
Contribute data and impact stories for stewardship reporting and the College’s campaign communications
Track and assess awarded grants, facilitate transitions to post-award specialists, and ensure accurate internal documentation
Maintain awareness of evolving federal research priorities and serve as a resource for aligning institutional research strengths with funding opportunities
Develop grant calendars, proposal pipelines, and training workshops for faculty across disciplines
Build collaborative relationships with key academic leaders to identify research priorities and develop strong proposals
Manage the application, review, and award processes for funding, ensuring transparency, compliance with federal & state law, and efficient management of the award funding
Assist with creating and following College research administration policies; seek guidance when applying policies
Support PI with proposal development by helping to develop budgets that align with the College’s business and human resources offices’ policies and procedures
Interprets and accurately applies state and federal laws regarding sponsored research including the submission of applications, acceptance of awards and compliance with sponsor and College terms and conditions
Protects the interests of the College through careful review, negotiation, and approval of terms and conditions of sponsored project awards and ensures College compliance in partnership with the Post Award Grant Specialist
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Active support for the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in the performance of job duties
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability
Experience in government grant proposal development is preferred
Minimum of 4 years of experience in sponsored research grants administration in higher education or a nonprofit environment is preferred
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, a willingness and ability to work on several projects simultaneously, and superior organizational abilities
Demonstrated experience in federal grant and fellowship application processes
Familiarity with research compliance including IRB, export control, and agency-specific regulations
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to manage projects through campus partners and following their processes and procedures to effectively manage time
Understanding of faculty research culture and academic structures
Ability to analyze funding opportunities and interpret sponsor guidelines
Proficiency in grant portals and systems such as Grants.gov, Research.gov, and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in government grant proposal development is preferred
Minimum of 4 years of experience in sponsored research grants administration in higher education or a nonprofit environment is preferred
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, a willingness and ability to work on several projects simultaneously, and superior organizational abilities
Demonstrated experience in federal grant and fellowship application processes
Familiarity with research compliance including IRB, export control, and agency-specific regulations
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Ability to manage projects through campus partners and following their processes and procedures to effectively manage time
Understanding of faculty research culture and academic structures
Ability to analyze funding opportunities and interpret sponsor guidelines
Proficiency in grant portals and systems such as Grants.gov, Research.gov, and Microsoft Office Suite
Institution Description
Here’s a little about Scripps College:
Scripps College is a member of The Claremont Colleges, a distinguished consortium of seven institutions known for academic excellence and collaborative opportunity. As a women’s college with a strong liberal arts foundation, Scripps is committed to interdisciplinary learning, research, and fostering intellectual growth across diverse academic fields.
This role supports faculty across the institution, including the Pitzer-Scripps Department of Natural Sciences (DNS), and collaborates closely with academic leadership and institutional partners to advance research and scholarly work.
Benefits
Application Due Date: 2026-05-31
Job Start Date: 2026-07-01
Salary: $85000 - $95000
City: Claremont
State/Province/Region: CA
Institution: Scripps College
Reports To: Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Sponsored Research Specialist
Staff # Reporting to Position: 50
Reports In Office: Academic Affairs
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