Associate Director, Office of Research

*Position Number:*001368
*Vacancy Open to:*All Candidates
*Working Title:*Associate Director, Office of Research
*Position Designation:*EHRA Non-Faculty
*Employment Type:*Permanent - Full-time
*Months per Year:*12
*Work Schedule:*Monday-Friday, 8-5
*Hours per week:*40
*FLSA Status:*Exempt
*Division:*Academic Affairs
*Department:*Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col)
*Work Location:*Fretwell
*Primary Purpose of Department:*The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Office of Research assists the College research community in the pursuit and management of extramural funding.

The College of Liberal Arts & Sciences advances the discovery, dissemination, and application of knowledge and creativity and - by building the academic programs for tomorrow - educates students to be critical and imaginative thinkers and engaged citizens for a world increasingly characterized by diversity and change.
*Primary Purpose of Position:*The position of Associate Director holds major responsibilities in the areas of funding proposal development and post-award administration. The Associate Director supports the overall advancement of the College's research enterprise.
*Summary of Position Responsibilities:*The Associate Director has responsibility for preparing proposal submissions from the College, including determining if project proposals are consistent with the academic and research policies of the College and University. The Associate Director advises faculty and staff on the development of project proposals, prepares proposal budget requests, and conducts award reviews prior to forwarding awards to the University for final review, contract negotiation (if necessary), and acceptance. The Associate Director assists College faculty and staff with post-award management questions and with College research reporting duties. The Associate Director represents the Office in the Director's absence, participates in projects designed to advance research within the College and University, and performs other duties as assigned.
*Minimum Education/Experience:*Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field; the ability to prepare, analyze and revise detailed proposal budgets, the ability to interpret and apply agency guideline requirements; knowledge of federal funding regulations; and a level of maturity and experience sufficient to earn the trust and respect of faculty are required.
*Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:*Master's degree. The ideal candidate will have exceptional interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills and will have experience in the preparation, processing and submission of grant and contract applications and proposals. The applicant should also have experience in award negotiation and acceptance and be familiar with regulations and requirements for a wide variety of extramural sponsors including federal, state and private agencies.
*Necessary Certifications/Licenses:*None
*Preferred Certifications/Licenses:*Certified Research Administrator designation
*Special Notes to Applicants:*Please electronically attach a resume or CV, cover letter and professional references. All applicants must apply through the University of North Carolina Charlotte's online application process. Finalists will be subject to a criminal background check.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
*Posting Open Date:*11/01/2021
*Open Until Filled:*Yes
*Proposed Hire Date:*01/04/2022