Director - Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

Overview

Southeast Missouri State University is seeking a Director of the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP). The Director is responsible for the administration of all aspects of pre-award services within the ORSP.  The Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs which include: supporting faculty in the identification of external funding opportunities, mentoring faculty and staff in the development of proposals, and being responsible for implementing pre-award policies and procedures and compliance; keeping current of all regulatory changes and updating policy, procedure and Standard Operating Procedures; assisting with grant proposal development; reviewing, negotiating and providing preliminary approval of proposals; review, negotiate and approve terms and conditions of external awards; issue subcontracts; consult with internal and external stakeholders on a broad spectrum of research administration issues; maintain accurate records and provide reports on proposals and awards; and work closely with post-award staff. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), including managing department personnel in the preparation and production of proposals
  • Support the development of proposals for external funding for University-wide initiatives, department or program specific initiatives, and corporate initiatives.
  • Serve as the fiscal liaison to state and federal funding agencies and organizations.
  • Disseminate information about potential funding sources and opportunities to faculty and staff University-wide
  • Proactively assist faculty and staff with proposal preparation, budget development, reporting requirements and regulatory compliance
  • Support federal research compliance requirements concerning human subjects (IRB); animals (IACUC); research misconduct, conflict of interest, etc.
  • Contribute to the development of institutional strategies to increase funding for external research and sponsored projects.
  • Oversee the university system for electronic proposal submission and the implementation of any new modules
  • Partner with post-Award staff in the Controller’s Office, Human Resources, and other university departments in addressing grant issues
  • Plan, initiate and coordinate faculty and staff training and professional development to stimulate proposals and increase their success rates

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree
  • Significant experience in grant and contract development and submittal
  • Demonstrated success in securing competitive grant awards from proposals
  • Proven proposal prospecting skills, including knowledge of depositories of federal, state and private grant opportunities
  • Supervisory experience
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and editing skills
  • Working knowledge of mandated regulations governing grants by federal, state and private agencies
  • Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

 

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by May 16, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the online application HERE. You will need to submit a letter of interest addressing all position qualifications, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references in order for your application materials to be complete.

Contact Information

Company
Southeast Missouri State University
First Name
Eli
Last Name
Baker
Address
Phone
5736512855
Contact Email
ebaker@semo.edu
Contact URL

Background Information

Education
Masters
Years of Experience
Industries
  • College/University
Categories
  • Sponsored Projects/Programs
  • Research Administrator/Manager
  • Grants and Contracts
  • Department Administrator
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US
Security Clearance
None

Target Job Information

Salary
Job Type
  • Full Time