Director of Research/Strategic Initiatives - Job at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Greensboro, NC

Director of Research/Strategic Initiatives

Greensboro, NC

Posted 13 days ago

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Position Number	999977
Functional Title	Director of Research/Strategic Initiatives
Position Type	Research
Position Eclass	EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
University Information	, located in the of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher and . Founded in 1891 and one of the original three institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most in the state with , and members representing 90+ nationalities. With , in over , UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for , with noted strengths in , and follow UNCG on , , and .
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	The Office of Research & Strategic Initiatives Develop seeks to strengthen sponsored projects' competitiveness and effectiveness by creating awareness, increasing capability, and building confidence among faculty and staff who seek external funding to support research and other initiatives of strategic importance to UNCG.
Position Summary	The primary role of the Director of the Office of Research and Strategic Initiatives Development is to develop and implement expert services to strengthen sponsored projects competitiveness and effectiveness by creating awareness, increasing capability, and building confidence among faculty and staff who seek and receive external funding to support research and other initiatives of strategic importance to UNCG. Priority will be given to competitions for large, extramural, multi-investigator grants and contracts, including multidisciplinary center and facility proposals, training grants, limited submissions, and other major awards that can have a particularly significant impact on advancing UNCG's research enterprise and/or strategic initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications	Ph.D. from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of three years' experience in research administration (preferably in higher education), or a Master's and equivalent combination of education and experience. An in-depth understanding of the proposal preparation and submission process and successful track record working with researchers in the preparation and submission of proposals across a variety of research areas; Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to build consensus and lead teams in order to achieve desired outcomes; 3 years' experience in developing large, complicated interdisciplinary grants.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications	Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of research and scholarly achievement across the broad spectrum of disciplines at a large, complex, public research university; Experience with transdisciplinary proposal development and external engagement (e.g., funding agencies, universities, corporations, national labs) at a research-intensive university; Involvement in relevant national professional organizations.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range	Commensurate with Experience
Org #-Department	Rsch/Strategic Initiative Dev - 11520
Job Open Date	09/22/2023
For Best Consideration Date	09/22/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
Number of Months per Year	12
FLSA	Exempt

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro has been and will continue to be committed to equality of employment opportunities and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, or age. Men, women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. EOE AA/M/F/D/V

Job Summary

Company

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Hours per Week

1.000

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with Experience

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

3+ years