Dir Of Research And Sponsored Programs

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
7-10 years research administration experience
Master's degree in relevant field
Pre-award and post-award process knowledge
The Director provides strategic leadership to increase external funding and advance the institution's research mission through effective systems and partnerships

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic leadership to increase external funding and advance the institution's research mission through effective systems and partnerships.
  • This role oversees all pre-award and post-award activities, ensuring institutional compliance with federal, state, and sponsor requirements while supporting faculty investigators.
  • 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

The Director provides strategic leadership to increase external funding and advance the institution's research mission through effective systems and partnerships.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7-10 years research administration experience
  • Master's degree in relevant field
  • Pre-award and post-award process knowledge
  • Federal regulatory compliance expertise
  • Team management of grants staff

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Research Administrator credential
  • Experience with NIH or NSF funding
  • Proven success increasing external funding
  • Higher education environment background
  • Strong strategic thinking skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required; doctorate preferred
  • Minimum 7-10 years progressively responsible experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of compliance requirements
  • 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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