Associate Director_ Office of Research & Program and Pre-Award

Position: Associate Director_ Office of Research & Sponsored Program and Pre-Award

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Job

Requisition  Category:

Research Organization:

OAVCR-ORSP - Pre Award Location /s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Associate Director_ Office of Research & Sponsored Program and Pre-Award

Job Summary:

Assists the Director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs Pre-Award in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of programs and services related to the pre-award administration of grants, contracts, and other sponsored programs. Promotes ethical conduct and compliance with applicable federal, state, and institutional principles, rules, regulations, and policies; assists in the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic plans;

collaborates effectively with institutional officials, sponsors, regulatory agencies, investigators, research staff, UMMC and external administrative offices, and other constituencies; and helps lead, manage, and develop office staff.

Education & Experience

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience in sponsored program administration or research administration including one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Certifications, Licenses, or Registration

Required:

N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Research Administrator or Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator from the Research Administrators Certification Council.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of research administration and uniform guidance principles, policies, best practices; ability to implement and train others. Interpersonal and negotiation skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Ability to understand and address the challenges of grants administration within the framework of larger institutional goals. Demonstrated advanced proficiency in spreadsheet management, email communication, internet research, and word processing software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace applications;
Proven experience in coordinating workshops, seminars, and special events. Proven ability to effectively influence multiple stakeholders and produce tangible results.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the day-to-day management of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) Pre-Award in conjunction with the Director.
• Manages staff involved in the pre-award administration of grants, contracts, and other sponsored programs.
• Provides direct assistance to faculty in the development of research proposals and agreements, and conducts complete and final fiscal and administrative reviews for compliance with state and federal regulations and institutional policies.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for investigators, sponsors, and UMMC service offices (Post-Award, Legal, Compliance, Finance, etc.) to resolve complex legal and…