Director, Office Of Sponsored Programs

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
10 years research administration experience
Federal compliance knowledge
Pre-award and post-award oversight
The Director provides operational leadership for the central sponsored programs unit, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions

Job Summary

  • The Director provides operational leadership for the central sponsored programs unit, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions.
  • This role ensures compliance with federal regulations such as Uniform Guidance while delivering a coordinated faculty-first support model.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%.

Matching Summary

The Director provides operational leadership for the central sponsored programs unit, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits include health, dental, life, disability, tuition waivers, and 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years research administration experience
  • Federal compliance knowledge
  • Pre-award and post-award oversight
  • Leadership of multiple functional units
  • Sponsored programs lifecycle management

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Research Administrator credential
  • Experience with Cayuse or Workday systems
  • Advanced degree in business or accounting
  • Faculty-first service delivery approach
  • Process automation and optimization skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Ten years progressively responsible experience
  • Demonstrated leadership managing multiple units
  • Knowledge of federal sponsor regulations
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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