The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Director of Research and Sponsored Programs to oversee and enhance its research administration activities, focusing on both pre-award and post-award processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and significant experience in research administration, with a commitment to fostering research integrity and collaboration
Job Summary
The Director provides strategic leadership for all pre-award and post-award research administration activities to advance the organization's research mission.
This role requires overseeing proposal development, ensuring institutional compliance with federal and sponsor regulations, and managing award negotiation and closeout processes.
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU offering a competitive learning environment with a 15:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Director of Research and Sponsored Programs to oversee and enhance its research administration activities, focusing on both pre-award and post-award processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and significant experience in research administration, with a commitment to fostering research integrity and collaboration.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7-10 years research administration experience
Master's degree required
Pre-award and post-award process knowledge
Federal compliance requirements expertise
Team management and strategic planning
Nice-to-have
Doctorate or terminal degree preferred
Certified Research Administrator credential
Experience with NIH, NSF, DoD funding
Proven success in increasing external funding
Higher education environment experience
Key Requirements
Master's degree required; doctorate preferred
Minimum 7-10 years progressively responsible experience
Demonstrated knowledge of compliance requirements
Strong leadership and communication skills
Proof of legal authority to work in US
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States