CA-AI Research Operations Manager

## CA-AI Research Operations Manager Apply:
Boca Raton:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
November 6, 2026 (9 days left to apply):
REQ
23039
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* Position Summary:

** The Division of Research at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a
** CA-AI Research Operations Manager** - Boca Raton, FL.  
** Center for Connected Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence (CCA-AI)
** is a leading interdisciplinary research center focused on advancing artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and resilient wireless networking across underwater, surface, air, and space environments. The center conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as autonomous communications, machine learning, GPS-denied navigation, spectrum sharing, and intelligent decision-making for complex operational environments. CCA-AI brings together a collaborative team of faculty, researchers, and students dedicated to developing innovative technologies with real-world impact.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to pioneering research while helping shape the next generation of AI-enabled autonomous systems.

Summary of Responsibilities:

* Support the administration of the CA _AI lab's growing research portfolio of federal and privately sponsored research programs.
* Assist with proposal development, including budget preparation; materials collection (e.g., biosketches, current and pending); narrative framing; proofreading and editing; and compliance checks.
* Support project management activities, including tracking and reporting of technical deliverables.
* Manage project compliance activities, including scheduled and ad hoc reporting.
* Managing CA _AI lab students and volunteers.
* Manage the tracking and ordering of lab supplies and equipment, and coordinate maintenance scheduling as needed.
* Serve as a liaison between CA-AI and sponsor administrative teams.
* Represent CA-AI at relevant meetings, both internally and externally.
* Assist the Director in coordinating and participating in meetings with sponsors and external stakeholders.
* Collaborate closely with the Associate Director for Research Programs in I-SENSE and the Administrator of Office Operations to ensure the optimal success of the CA _AI Lab.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the CA-AI Director.

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