The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a historic 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch
Job Summary
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a historic 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.
The Director of Research and Sponsored Programs leads the research enterprise by supporting faculty in securing funding and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
This position fosters a culture of research integrity and collaboration while managing research administration systems and representing the institution to external partners.
Matching Summary
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a historic 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Research administration leadership
Pre-award and post-award management
Compliance with sponsor regulations
Grant proposal development support
Financial management of awards
Research funding strategy
Team and project management
Nice-to-have
Higher education environment experience
Certified Research Administrator credential
Federal funding agency knowledge
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Relationship building and collaboration
Policy development and risk management
Ethical research commitment
Key Requirements
Master’s degree required; doctorate preferred
7–10 years research administration experience
Knowledge of pre-award and post-award processes
Strong leadership and communication skills
Certified Research Administrator preferred
Experience with NIH, NSF, DoD funding
Legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States