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