Senior Director, Office of Research & Sponsored Projects
Overview
The Senior Director, Office of Research & Sponsored Projects, serves as the Institute’s primary administrative authority and resource on all aspects of the research enterprise; serves as the Institute’s Authorized Organizational Representative and Corporate Signer for externally-funded and research-related agreements; and manages the grants lifecycle for all federally and privately funded, extramurally sponsored projects. The Director is directly responsible for executing tasks related to proposal submissions and award administration, and for remaining current and conversant on federal and private regulations governing sponsored project funding. The Director works collaboratively with faculty, foundation and corporate philanthropy, advancement, corporate partnerships, Institute and The Claremont Colleges Services business offices to foster a robust sponsored project pipeline, and ensure compliance with all federal and sponsor regulations and donor designations related to extramural funding. The Director provides administrative support to and/or serves on various Institute committees related to the research enterprise and compliance.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from an accredited college or university. Master’s preferred. Certified Research Administrator (CRA, CPRA, CFRA) certification highly desirable. Experience working with federal and private agencies, preferably as a university, hospital, or research institute. Experience working with advancement and institutional development staff. Knowledge of current methods, mechanisms and systems with funding agencies and evolving federal requirements and systems.