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 (2 cfr 200)
Leadership of pre-award and post-award units
The Director provides operational leadership for the Office of Sponsored Programs, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions at an R1 research university

Job Summary

  • The Director provides operational leadership for the Office of Sponsored Programs, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions at an R1 research university.
  • This role ensures strict compliance with federal regulations such as Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200 while delivering a coordinated faculty-first support model.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of salary.

Matching Summary

The Director provides operational leadership for the Office of Sponsored Programs, overseeing pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions at an R1 research university.

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 (2 CFR 200)
  • Leadership of pre-award and post-award units
  • R1 university environment experience
  • Strategic operational execution

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification
  • Advanced degree in accounting or business
  • Experience with Cayuse or Workday systems
  • Faculty-first service delivery mindset
  • Process automation and optimization skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 10 years progressively responsible experience
  • Proven leadership managing multiple functional units
  • Deep understanding of sponsored programs lifecycle
  • 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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