Grants & Contract Officer II

Grants & Contracts Officer II

College of Education and Human Development

Office of Research and Sponsored Projects

Georgia State University’s College of Education & Human Development is dedicated to community-grounded research in education, human development, and health-related fields. The college has attracted significant research funding from federal sponsors, foundations, and community partners and created several research and outreach clinics, centers, and labs to conduct research that addresses today’s most important educational issues. GSU ranks 11th nationally for research expenditures in the field of education according to the National Science Foundation's HERD survey and CEHD researchers brought in over $30 million in sponsored funding during Fiscal Year 2025.

The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) support CEHD students, faculty and staff with pre-award and post-award activities and grant activities. Our pre-award staff serves as the initial point of contact for faculty when they are submitting proposals. Our post-award contracts serve as the primary contact for award management.

WHAT MAKES The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.

• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist faculty with preparation of proposal for sponsored activities including assistance with preparation and formatting of non-scientific documents such as biographical sketches, current and pending support, etc.

• Coordinates submission of proposals with central sponsored projects office, including upload of documents, routing of internal approvals and serving as lead contact with OSPA officers

• Prepares sponsored project budgets and ensures compliance with federal, state and GSU policies.

• Assist faculty with funding opportunity searches.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume
• Cover Letter 
• 3 Professional References