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The State University of New York at Old Westbury is seeking a Director of Research and Sponsored Programs to oversee and coordinate the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month, Management Confidential position requiring an on-campus presence.

The Director will provide planning, regulatory and policy support for and play an integral role in developing and monitoring of new grant submission. The Director will also oversee pre-award "at-risk" grant funding to support progress toward programmatic goals.

Description/Duties:

• Oversee and direct all pre-award activity related to grants that fall within the College's research and sponsored program portfolio, including all grant proposal development, including comprehensive grant and/or contract submissions in all areas involving Federal, State, Foundation, local agencies and industry sponsors.
• Oversee grant pre-award "at-risk" funding to support progress toward the sponsored program goals.
• Ensure fiscal integrity of proposal submissions and pre-award management.
• Exercise delegated signature authority.
• Coordinate and deliver proposal submission training for the researchers, staff, and central administration on campus.
• Develop and distribute metrics for proposal submissions, award setup and success rates to promote transparency.
• Identify and monitor research award trends and other key indicators.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• A minimum of five (5) years of research administration experience in an institution of higher education.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of federal and New York State regulations and sponsor policies related to sponsored programs administration.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present information to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage complex budgets.
• Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on team-based projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in management, business, education or related field.
• Certified Research Administrator (CRA), Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA), or Certified Financial Research Administrator (CFRA).

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $90,968.00

Comprehensive benefits package: https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/MCunclassifiedbenefitsummary-July-2024.pdf

Position Type: Management Confidential

Official Budget Title: College Accountant

Campus Title: Director of Research and Sponsored Programs

Department: Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

FTE: Full-time

Negotiating Unit: MC-13

Salary Grade: MP-3

FLSA Status: Exempt

The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling (516) 876-3179.

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Application Instructions:

Please submit the following online:

1. cover letter,
2. resume,
3. contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and
4. a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: October 6, 2024

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.

Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.