Dir Of Research And Sponsored Programs

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience
7-10 years research administration experience
Master's degree required
Pre-award and post-award process knowledge
The Director provides strategic leadership to increase external funding and advance the organization's research mission through effective systems and partnerships

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic leadership to increase external funding and advance the organization'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 regulatory requirements.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU offering a diverse student population and competitive degree programs.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Certified Research Administrator credential
  • Experience with NIH or NSF funding
  • Proven success in increasing external funding
  • Higher education environment experience
  • Strong relationship building skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required; doctorate preferred
  • Minimum 7-10 years progressively responsible experience
  • 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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