Director, Research & Sponsored Programs

 

 

Job Description Summary
We welcome applicants to join the Miami University Office of Research and Innovation!

Miami University, long recognized for providing a premier educational experience, is expanding its research portfolio in support of this educational mission. As a part of that expansion, the individual in this role will lead the area of Research and Sponsored Programs. The primary responsibility is to ensure that assistance and guidance are in place for faculty, students, and staff members engaged in the pursuit of external funding through grants and contracts and that federal and state regulatory obligations are met. Within this emerging research institution, the director will provide a depth of regulatory compliance expertise and demonstrated competencies in the management of a growing team of professionals dedicated to preaward functions.

The focus of the Office of Research and Innovation is to assist all within the Miami community recognized for a strong tradition of excellence in research, scholarship, artistry, and outreach. The director serves a vital role in advancing the efforts of faculty members, staff members, and undergraduate and graduate students within our award-winning institution of higher education to advance this tradition of excellence. We look forward to hearing of your interest.

Job Description
Based on extensive research administration knowledge, provide excellence in leadership for the area of Research and Sponsored Programs within the Office of Research and Innovation. Report directly to the Vice President for Research and Innovation to lead a hybrid/remote team and to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in competitively securing and fulfilling externally funded grants and contracts. A key responsibility is to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations while adhering to university policies and to sponsor-specific requirements. Assist all members of the office to foster a university-wide culture of innovation, inclusion, and compliance, committed to the mission of this premier student-centered institution of higher learning.

Essential Duties

• Assist the institution in risk management by staying up to date with all relevant statutes, regulations guidelines, policies, and processes, and by effectively communicating these requirements across all university constituents
• Develop and implement policies consistent with federal and state regulations, guidelines, university policies, and best practices
• Provide leadership to staff on the interpretation and administration of all relevant statutes, regulations guidelines, policies, and processes
• Review proposals for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, institutional policies, and sponsor-specific requirements prior to submission
• Serve as the designated authorized university official for sponsored projects
• Oversee contract negotiation on sponsored projects
• Monitor and assess the performance of direct reports and provide mentoring for success
• Ensure excellence in assistance provided to university faculty, staff, undergraduate and graduate students, and personnel from external agencies and offices
• Collaborate closely with the Office of Grants and Contracts in management of awards
• Work closely with the Office of Advancement on the designation of sponsored awards and gifts
• Solve complex issues related to sponsored projects at the proposal stage and post-award
• Work strategically with the Vice President and Associate Vice President for Research and Innovation in support of the research enterprise, in assessment of unit performance, and in implementation of unit improvements
• Perform duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in research administration

Preferred Qualifications:

• CRA

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Research administration
• Excellent communication, analytical, managerial, and organizational skills

 

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents
resume/CV, cover letter

 

Special Instructions (if applicable)
none

 

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

 

This organization participates in E-Verify.

 

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
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