Dir Of Research And Sponsored Programs

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Pre-award and post-award administration
Institutional compliance
External funding support
The Director of Research and Sponsored Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all pre-award and post-award research administration activities, supporting faculty and investigators in securing external funding

Job Summary

  • The Director of Research and Sponsored Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all pre-award and post-award research administration activities, supporting faculty and investigators in securing external funding.
  • This role ensures institutional compliance with sponsor and regulatory requirements and advances the organization’s research mission through effective systems, policies, and partnerships.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch.

Matching Summary

The Director of Research and Sponsored Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all pre-award and post-award research administration activities, supporting faculty and investigators in securing external funding.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pre-award and post-award administration
  • Institutional compliance
  • External funding support
  • Research integrity and collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic vision for research
  • Service-oriented mindset
  • Relationship building and collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 7-10 years of experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of pre-award and post-award processes
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects and teams

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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