Director, Sponsored Projects

Overview

Director, Sponsored Projects

R0122273

University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno, a high impact, land grant, research university is recruiting for a Director of Sponsored Projects. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Research Administration, the Director of Sponsored Projects develops policy and provides leadership in all aspects of the administration of research and other sponsored activities. This position supervises a staff of 22 Research Administrators, Grant Accountants, Grants and Contracts Officers, and Managers.

Building on existing strengths and joining a collective effort to support the advancement of research and extramural funding opportunities, the Director will oversee the proposal development and application process, lead institution review of awards and contracts, and work with other university administrators to develop and implement funded research.

The successful candidate understands the Federal regulations as they pertain to research administration at a research university; is knowledgeable of the Code of Federal Regulations; is competent and experienced in negotiating contracts and subcontracting agreements with multiple sponsors involving administrative terms and conditions; is well versed in the submission requirements of major sponsors, and has experience with electronic proposal submission/award management tools. In addition, the successful candidate has strong supervisory and management skills; proven leadership and team building skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to manage high volume, high complexity issues in a heavily regulated environment with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

Master's Degree and four years of related professional and managerial work experience, or a Doctoral degree and two years of related professional and managerial work experience.

Related experience: research administration, contract negotiation, budgetary experience or related research activities. Two years of supervisory experience.

Required Certification

Candidate must be a Certified Research Administrator OR obtain certification within the first year of employment.

Compensation Grade

Comp Grade E

https://www.unr.edu/hr/compensation-evaluation/compensation/salary-schedules

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, thirty (30) days of sick leave provided upon start date and two (2) days of sick leave accrued per full month after the first year of service, two (2) days of annual leave accrued each full month, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. https://www.unr.edu/hr/jobs/dual-career-program

Department Information

Research & Innovation exists as a service organization for the University faculty. We focus on enhancing research enterprise by supporting collaboration and innovation. For more information about our department, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/sponsored-projects

Department Contact

Charlene Hart- mailto:crhart@unr.edu

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at mailto:jobs@unr.edu

Please attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three Professional References

4) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

University of Nevada, Reno

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/1984700.

Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevada’s land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a “Top Tier” Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.

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Contact Information

Company
University of Nevada, Reno
First Name
Charlene
Last Name
Hart
Address
Phone
(775) 784-1868
Contact Email
crhart@unr.edu
Contact URL

Background Information

Education
Masters
Years of Experience
4
Industries
  • College/University
Categories
  • President, CEO, Executive Director
  • Sponsored Projects/Programs
Work Authorization
Security Clearance
None

Target Job Information

Salary
DOE
Job Type
  • Full Time