Sponsored Programs Director directs and oversees externally funded programs for a university/college such as research programs and scholarship programs. Responsible for managing the administrative activities of the program including identifying funding sources, acquiring funding, setting program policies and objectives, and allocating resources. Being a Sponsored Programs Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Sponsored Programs Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Sponsored Programs Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Associate Director of Office of Sponsored Projects
The University of New Mexico's Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR), seeks a motivated, detail-oriented, results-driven, self-starter, and proactive and resourceful individual to join our team as the Associate Director of the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP). OSP's mission is to support the University's research mission by providing administration, management, and oversight of extramural sponsored research, under the direction of the OVPR.
OSP provides support and assistance with proposal submission and management of successfully awarded projects. The OSP office works closely with faculty, department administrators and support staff across the Main and Branch campuses to ensure project success and compliance throughout the sponsored projects lifecycle.
The Associate Director directs the integrated pre-award proposals, awards, and contracts and grants functions for the University of New Mexico Main and Branch Campus. This position provides high-level direction, leadership, and consultation to faculty investigators and staff in support of funded research pre-award efforts. This individual oversees and provides leadership in the negotiation and execution of complex research grants and contracts. This position directs and coordinates the resolution of award-related administrative and operational issues among internal and external stakeholders.
Additionally, the Associate Director serves as the official chief negotiator for the University and has delegated signatory authority from the Vice President for Research for external funding proposals, contracts, grant documents, and other agreements for sponsored projects, and proposal funding approval authority.
Duties and Responsibilities
Bachelor's degree; at least 8 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
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A complete application will consist of the following materials:1. Resume
2. Cover Letter detailing how the candidate meets the preferred qualifications of the job posting
3. Three Supervisory References
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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