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.