Sr Research Development Officer

Sr. Research Development Officer

The Office of Research Development at Northeastern University is situated under the Office of the Sr. Vice Provost for Research and supports Northeastern research, scholarship, creativity and innovation within the Research Division. The office provides specific assistance to all Northeastern faculty and researchers in the development and submission of research proposals and offers professional development opportunities to faculty and researchers.

The Sr. Research Development Officer (SRDO) will be a critical and valued member of the Northeastern Research Development team, and will work to cultivate a strong research culture and growth in this national R1 research university. This position reports to the Vice Provost for Research Development located at our Boston campus.

Responsibilities:

• Increasing institutional research competitiveness through targeted capacity building
• Supporting strategic initiatives
• Developing partnerships and interdisciplinary teams and large complex proposals
• Research related professional development and programming
• Providing leadership, strategy development, and management of large/complex research proposals
• Developing deep knowledge of college-based and multidisciplinary research programs
• Participating in the expansion of existing programs and the development of new initiatives
• Working with teams of faculty to develop strategies for successful funding
• Developing and maintaining relationships with researchers, particularly early career, or non-traditional faculty
• Building a sustainable matrix of sponsorship from diverse sources
• Leveraging faculty strengths and internal funding programs to map to key sponsor activities
• Strengthening the institutional infrastructure for promoting interdisciplinary research and scholarly development across the university
• Working closely with members of research support services across the network

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a research related field, plus five years of experience in research development with an emphasis on multi-investigator proposal development; or Doctoral/terminal degree, plus three years of experience
• Extensive knowledge of extramural federal and non-federal sponsors supporting research and education activities, preferably in a university environment
• Knowledge of federal agency proposal and award processes is desired
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities with particular emphasis on ability to understand, interpret, and summarize scientific research initiatives across a variety of subject domains for presentation to technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated experience analyzing complex solicitations and translating technical concepts into a fundable proposal
• Proven experience in business development, strategic planning, project management and technical writing
• Ability to assume lead role in project and program management and demonstrated expertise in managing the development of complex documents, together with faculty colleagues
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple complex programs and activities in a timely manner with a high degree of quality, while remaining responsive to varying deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to build consensus and lead teams in order to achieve desired outcomes

Position Type:
Research

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/

Pay Type:

111S

Expected Hiring Range: $87,785.00 - $

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.