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Auburn University

Manager of Research Program Development and Grants

Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831


Position Details

Requisition Number : S3929P

Home Org Name : Admin-Science & Math

Division Name : College of Sciences & Math

Position Title : Manager of Research Program Development and Grants

Job Class Code : HC92

Appointment Status : Full-time

Limited Term : No

Job Summary

The

College of Sciences and Mathematics

is excited to begin the search for a

Manager of Research Program Development and Grants

in our Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies Office! This position is the perfect opportunity for you to show your skills at supporting faculty as they seek out new extramural funding for groundbreaking research. In this position, you will oversee daily operations of promoting, identifying, and managing externally funded grants and contracts for the College of Sciences and Mathematics.

Auburn University

is more than just an institution; it’s a vibrant community where real people come together to make a difference. Our commitment to students, employees, communities, and our world runs deep, and it’s reflected in every corner of our campus and beyond.

Essential Functions

Assist the Director with managing efforts to identify, capture, and expand extramural funding opportunities.

Help faculty to develop competitive grant proposals to foundations, state, and federal funding agencies.

Oversee and assist with writing, editing, and proofreading text of contracts and grants including reorganizing content for better flow, rewording for clarity, and editing to comply with APA and other style guidelines.

Review and develop COSAM-level internal controls.

Provide support for PIs with large research portfolios in spending plan and projections, effort management, effort certification, current and pending reporting.

Ensure proposals and grant reports are submitted on time and maintain realistic timelines for proposal submissions.

Perform reviews of grant progress reports and other post-award reporting.

Lead new contract and grant award kick-off meetings with PI, Department, Staff, and other stakeholders to reduce admin burden and ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor policy.

Develop educational and informative workshops, classes, materials, and professional development for research admin staff and PIs.

Provide proxy delegated authority for grant proposal submission when needed.

Supervise contracts and grants specialists.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience : Bachelor’s Degree in science or mathematics, accounting, business, communications, English or related field plus 5 years of experience in developing research opportunities, grant preparation, grant accounting with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability.

Minimum Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of the nature of research at the university level as well as an understanding of assessment and evaluations, work plan development, and budget development. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications : Master’s degree or higher degree in a science or mathematics related field, accounting, business, communications, English or related field.

Salary Range : $54,400 - $92,500

Job Category : Research

City position is located in : Auburn, AL

Posting Date : 09/05/2024

Closing Date : [insert closing date]

EEO Statement : AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community.

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