Director, Research and Sponsored Programs

Overview

Director, Research and Sponsored Programs

Job Description Summary:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a research-relevant field
• 4 years of experience with research administration
• 4 years of experience with financial management
• 4 years of experience with project management
• 4 years of experience with grantadministration or research administration, preferably in a university setting, including proposal development, contract negotiation, and compliance oversight
• Strong understanding of federal grants and awards system and relevant federal regulatory agencies
• Comprehensive working knowledge of pre-award and post-award research administration, including but not limited to proposal development and submission, award acceptance, award oversight, billing, and the award closeout process.
• Understanding of electronic research administration portals such as Grants.gov, NSF Fastlane
• Understanding of compliance regulations involving conflict of interest, property, equipment, travel and human subjects
• Proficiency in grant management systems, databases, and software applications used in sponsored research administration
• Evidence of budget and fiscal experience and accountability
• Evidence of ability to work within a complex organization on initiatives involving individuals, groups, and cross-unit collaborations
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting a culture of compliance and integrity
• Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in research-relevant field.
• CRA certification (certification in research administration) or MS in Research Administration
• 7 years of grant or research administration experience in a university setting
• Membership in a research management organization (NORDP, NCURA, SRAI, etc.)
• Knowledge of California state and local funding opportunities and regulations

Specific Duties:
Duty:

PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT


Duty: Guides faculty through the proposal development process, ensuring alignment with funding agency guidelines and university priorities. This includes: editing proposals to ensure clarity, precision, and competitiveness; assistance in preparing budgets in accordance with university policies and funding agency requirements; and shepherding proposals through institutional review and approval processes.




Duty: Serves as the designated authorized university official for sponsored projects and submits proposals through grants.gov or other funding agency procedures.
Percentage of Time: 25

Duty:

COMPLIANCE AND REPORTING


Duty: - Interprets and implements federal, state, and sponsor regulations governing grants and contracts;
Duty: - Ensures timely submission of progress reports, financial reports, and other deliverables as required by funding agencies;
Duty: - Conducts audits and assessments to ensure compliance with grant terms and university policies;
Duty: - Creates and maintains, as appropriate, institutional grants database;




Duty: - Maintains a central repository of past successful and unsuccessful proposals for reference and statistical purposes.




Duty: - Attends and represents ORSP at IACUC and IRB meetings
Percentage of Time: 25

Duty:

COMMUNICATION AND LIAISON


Duty: - Proactively identifies and shares information on external funding opportunities in a manner that is accessible, timely, and useful for faculty and staff;
Duty: - Serves as a liaison between principal investigators, university administration, and funding agencies throughout the project lifecycle;
Duty: - Facilitates communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders;
Duty: - Monitors project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion and achievement of project objectives;
Duty: - Collaborates with Budget Office with all audit requests, A-133 and Uniform Guidance compliance requests. Collaborates with the Office of Government Relations, Office of Financial and Business Services, University Advancement, and Office of the Provost to ensure successful cross-coordination for grant submissions, and post award management;
Duty: - Liaises with outside consultants and vendors for ULV’s indirect cost rate; grantwriting consultants; miscellaneous vendors and professional associations;
Duty: - Directs the sourcing and use of all grants-related technology including new software, and coordinates installation with OiT, ensuring fit for purpose and return on investment.
Percentage of Time: 20

Duty:

TRAINING AND SUPPORT


Duty: - Stays updated on changes in funding agency regulations and best practices in grant management;
Duty: - Designs and delivers workshops and seminars, and proactively conducts individual consultations to build faculty/staff capacity in grant writing, proposal development, and compliance.
Percentage of Time: 15

Duty:

STRATEGIC PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT




Duty: - Develops and implements strategic processes and procedures to increase external funding for faculty research and university initiatives;
Duty: - Maintains awareness of best practices, emerging technologies/innovations, and new potentials in research funding opportunities and strategic research development.
Percentage of Time: 10

Duty: Performs other duties as assigned
Percentage of Time: 5

Salary Range
Maximum: $117,500
Minimum: $109,094

Benefits Summary:

Location: La Verne Main Campus
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://laverne.edu

Institutional Profile
Located in Southern California, the University of La Verne offers a distinctive and relevant educational experience to a diverse population of students, preparing them for successful careers and a commitment to lifelong learning across the liberal arts and professional programs. The academic units of the not-for-profit university include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Management, the LaFetra College of Education, and the College of Law. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, including degree programs tailored for working adults. The university's central campus is located 30 miles east of Los Angeles in the historic Old Town section of La Verne, a city with a population of approximately 35,000 at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The university also has eight regional campuses throughout California and the College of Law campus in Ontario, California. The university is classified as a Carnegie Doctoral Institution with moderate research activity. Core values are reflected throughout all curricular and co-curricular programs, its emphasis on close professor-student interaction, personal support of its students, and its diversity.

The University of La Verne prides itself in being reflective of the diversity of Southern California. Approximately 80 percent of its nearly 8,500 students come from diverse backgrounds and the U.S. Department of Education has designated the university as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). With 80,000 alumni, the university fulfills a critical community function in educating students from underserved populations, many of whom are the first generation in their family to attend college.

The University of La Verne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law. University of La Verne hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and is consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, medical condition a or sexual orientation







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