Sr Research Development Officer

1 day ago

Boston MA United States Northeastern University Full time
Sr Research Development Officer

About the Opportunity:

The Office of Research Development at Northeastern University is situated under the Office of the Sr. Vice Provost for Research and supports Northeastern research, scholarship, creativity, and innovation within the Research Division. The office provides specific assistance to all Northeastern faculty and researchers in the development and submission of research proposals and offers professional development opportunities to faculty and researchers.

The Sr. Research Development Officer (SRDO) will be a critical and valued member of the Northeastern Research Development team, and will work to cultivate a strong research culture and growth in this national R1 research university. This position reports to the Vice Provost for Research Development and can be located at either our Boston, Massachusetts, or our Portland, Maine campuses.

Responsibilities:

The SRDO will be responsible for increasing institutional research competitiveness through targeted capacity building, supporting strategic initiatives, developing partnerships and interdisciplinary teams, and large complex proposals, along with research-related professional development and programming. We seek a highly collaborative and versatile colleague with attention to detail, impeccable writing skills, and strong facilitation skills. Characteristics of the ideal candidate include curiosity, creativity, and compassion, and someone who thrives in a dynamic environment.

The SRDO will provide leadership, strategy development, and management of large/complex research proposals. They will develop deep knowledge of college-based and multidisciplinary research programs and will participate in the expansion of existing programs and the development of new initiatives, working with teams of faculty to develop strategies for successful funding with particular focus at our Portland, Maine campus. The SRDO will develop and maintain relationships with researchers, particularly early career or non-traditional faculty, with a focus on building a sustainable matrix of sponsorship from diverse sources, including collaborative research with industry, and will leverage faculty strengths and internal funding programs to map to key sponsor activities. The SRDO will strengthen the institutional infrastructure for promoting interdisciplinary research and scholarly development across the university, working closely with members of research support services across the network.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in a research-related field, plus five years of experience in research development with an emphasis on multi-investigator proposal development; or Doctoral/terminal degree, plus three years of experience. Comparable experience, including but not limited to, research administration, research communications, project management, or public administration, will also be considered.
  • Extensive knowledge of extramural federal and non-federal sponsors supporting research and education activities, preferably in a university environment.
  • Knowledge of federal agency proposal and award processes is desired.
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities with particular emphasis on the ability to understand, interpret, and summarize scientific research initiatives across a variety of subject domains for presentation to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience analyzing complex solicitations and translating technical concepts into a fundable proposal.
  • Proven experience in business development, strategic planning, project management, and technical writing.
  • Ability to assume a lead role in project and program management and demonstrated expertise in managing the development of complex documents, together with faculty colleagues.
  • Ability to work simultaneously on multiple complex programs and activities in a timely manner with a high degree of quality, while remaining responsive to varying deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to build consensus and lead teams in order to achieve desired outcomes.
  • The successful candidate will be a flexible, creative, scientifically literate professional and team player with the ability to add value to the development of faculty-led research proposals and initiatives across a variety of subject domains.

Position Type: Research

Additional Information:

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees, which includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, as well as commuting & transportation. Visit here for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see .

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