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Post Award Specialist

North Carolina State University

$61,000-$63,000

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 10, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194087EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Post Award Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range	$61,000-$63,000
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm, Flexible work arrangements, including virtual/hybrid work locations, may be available.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Civil Construction & Environmental Engineering
About the Department	The Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering offers undergraduate degrees in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and Environmental Engineering. Graduate programs are offered with specialties in Computing and Systems, Construction Engineering, Water Resources, Coastal and Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering and Mechanics, Transportation Systems and Materials, Geotechnical / Geoenvironmental Engineering, and Mechanics and Materials. With over 53 faculty, more than 770 undergraduate students and over 300 graduate students, NC State University's Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering ( CCEE) is one of the largest departments in the country and more importantly, one of the best. In 2022, our Environmental Engineering and Civil Engineering degrees were ranked at 21st and 26th in the country, respectively. At the graduate level we offer the traditional Master's and Ph.D. degrees with the opportunity to specialize in a wide range of topics in civil, construction, and environmental engineering. We are also a leader in distance education. Students can earn a Master of Civil or Environmental Engineering degree without ever setting foot on campus. CCEE's online Master of Civil Engineering program was ranked No. 4 in the country on US News & World Report's 2022 Best Online Programs list. Our research programs and facilities are world class. CCEE encourages active collaboration and cross-disciplinary activities and has a strong commitment to innovative research. The department partners with industry and government to conduct research at the cutting edge of science and technology. Our laboratories contain a variety of special equipment for research in construction materials, construction engineering, coastal processes, environmental engineering, hydraulics, soils, structures and mechanics, and transportation systems. Want to know more? Visit: https://www.ccee.ncsu.edu/
Essential Job Duties	At the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering ( CCEE), research is more than academic-it's deeply practical, boldly innovative, and globally relevant. Our teams are tackling today's toughest challenges: improving sanitation for billions, engineering smarter transportation systems, developing robots to monitor construction safety, and understanding how climate events reshape our coastlines. As a Post Award Specialist, you will play a critical role in making this research possible. You won't be in the lab or the field, but your work will be just as impactful. You'll bring your research administration expertise to manage a diverse portfolio of ~60 sponsored projects-ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless coordination from award setup through closeout. You'll be a trusted advisor to faculty, a liaison across campus, and a vital member of a collaborative team dedicated to making research thrive. Working closely with our research administration lead, you'll take ownership of post-award functions and assist with select pre-award activities that help secure and manage major grants from sponsors like the EPA, NSF, NASA, and NCDOT. What You'll Do: Manage financial activity across research projects-tracking budgets, forecasting expenses, and supporting long-term planning Guide proposals through the submission process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with sponsor guidelines Navigate complex policies to ensure compliance with sponsor terms, Cost Accounting Standards, and university regulations Coordinate release time, summer salary, cost sharing, and effort reporting through TEARS Meet regularly with faculty to answer questions, resolve issues, and provide strategic financial insight Monitor active awards and step in early to address potential challenges What Sets This Role Apart: You'll be entrusted with autonomy and responsibility across a diverse project portfolio You'll work at the intersection of research strategy, financial stewardship, and policy compliance Your decisions directly impact research success and departmental financial integrity You'll build meaningful partnerships with faculty, university offices, and external sponsors If you're a collaborative problem-solver, committed to supporting impactful research through accurate, timely, and compliant financial management, we encourage you to apply. You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition ( https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
Other Responsibilities	n/a

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate's degree in Accounting; or Associate's degree in Business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Proficiency with computerized financial programs and standard software programs such as Google, Excel and Word. Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task in a busy, fast-paced office with frequent deadlines and interruptions. Must be knowledgeable and have experience in accounting principles and cost accounting standards. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with individuals of diverse backgrounds and responsibilities. Ability to maintain and manage accounting records of moderate variety and complexity, including preparation of financial reports.
Preferred Qualifications	PeopleSoft Financials and HR experience Proficiency with Research Administrative Systems such as PINS, RADAR, Grants.gov, NSF Fastlane, PMR, TEARS, etc.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	05/09/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00111179
Position Type	Exempt Professional Staff
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	140301 - Civil Construction & Environmental Engineering
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.