Dir Of Research And Sponsored Programs

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Not specified
Pre-award administration
Post-award administration
Research compliance
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Director of Research and Sponsored Programs to lead strategic initiatives in pre-award and post-award research administration. The role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in securing external funding and ensuring compliance with regulations to advance the university's research mission

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.
  • This position supports faculty and investigators in securing external funding, 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 with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty.

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking a Director of Research and Sponsored Programs to lead strategic initiatives in pre-award and post-award research administration. The role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in securing external funding and ensuring compliance with regulations to advance the university's research mission.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • pre-award administration
  • post-award administration
  • research compliance
  • external funding
  • strategic leadership

Nice-to-have

  • foster a culture of research integrity
  • trusted advisor to faculty
  • service-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree required
  • 7–10 years of experience
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) preferred
  • Doctorate or terminal degree preferred
  • Experience with federal funding agencies

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