(Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award
2 weeks ago
The Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award.
About the Opportunity
As a (Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award, you will be responsible for managing and supporting sponsored research endeavors in the WVU Cancer Institute (WVUCI), including, but not limited to, pre-award and post-award sponsored research operations, and budget and data management and reporting. You will work directly with the WVUCI Director and leadership team for the strategic alignment of research administration with the WVUCI's long-term goals to cultivate nationally recognized research programs.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
* 37.5-hour work week
* 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
* 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
* 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
* WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible, non-classified staff position)
* 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
* Wellness programs
What you'll do:
* Provide leadership and operational oversight of the WVU Cancer Institute's proposal development activities, with a focus on portfolio growth and sustainability.
* Lead proposal development initiatives for large, multi-investigator program grants and strategic research project grants. Work directly with emerging research groups to obtain funding for expansion into nationally recognized research programs.
* Work directly with the WVU Cancer Institute Director and leadership team on strategic initiatives to increase WVUCI's research capacity and maximize impact throughout the region. Conduct or direct special projects as assigned.
* Work directly with faculty to strategically identify, plan, and secure research funding, including meeting with new cancer research faculty regarding individual research funding goals and internal support mechanisms.
* Seek out, identify, and disseminate research and scholarship opportunities/updates and funding opportunities.
* Encourage, assist in the development of, and provide review and approval of research and grant proposals for faculty.
* Manage all aspects of the National Cancer Institute Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) application process.
* Provide data, reporting, information, and updates on research productivity and grant-related outcomes.
* Develop and manage critical relationships with faculty members in order to further departmental research endeavors.
* Oversee WVUCI internal pilot and developmental grants mechanisms such as limited submission selection and pilot and seed funding.
* Develop collaborative relationships across WVU and the WVU Medicine system to grow interdepartmental research endeavors.
* Oversee all non-transactional aspects of WVUCI research administration, including budgeting, application, set-up, and reporting.
* Facilitate the management of externally funded projects, including direct management with WVU business offices. Serve as primary liaison to the Office of Sponsored Programs and funding agencies for the seamless operation of all grants.
* Advises all levels of faculty on research funding strategies, proposals, and budgeting. Provides fiscal and administrative guidance to grant principal investigators, program directors, co-investigators, and staff.
* Apply organizational policies and procedures to resolve moderate to complex matters. Apply independent judgement and resourcefulness to adapt to the business circumstance.
* Prioritize time-sensitive material for appropriate action.
* Manage operations of the pre-award unit while fostering a productive and high-performing project team environment. Hire, supervise, and direct the work of staff by providing day-to-day work planning, direction, monitoring, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of work products and opportunities for development, coaching, and mentoring.
* Oversee the development and maintenance of standardized tools, templates, and data repositories containing faculty research productivity, proposal materials, and related information. Oversee the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures in collaboration with staff members.
* Assure the adherence of WVUCI grants to all standards and policies as set forth by WVU, sponsors, and regulatory agencies. Participate in professional development activities to maintain and use this knowledge to serve as an advisor to the faculty by creating an effective application process which proves successful for submitting high quality applications.
* Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
* A minimum of two (2) years of experience involving:
* Proposal development/pre-award experience.
* Research administration and reporting experience.
* Experience in higher education setting.
* Advanced knowledge of relevant institutional, state, federal, and non-federal fiscal and administrative rules, regulations and procedures.
* Advanced knowledge in/use of federal application systems (grants.gov/workspace, NIH ASSIST, NSF Fastlane, etc.)
* Advanced knowledge in/use of WVU systems (KC and MAP/Oracle).
* Experience with managing or leading sponsored projects and contracts administration in a large research university setting.
* Experience working with grants/contracts accounting.
* Experience with supervising personnel and assigning job duties.
* Experience speaking/writing effective, clear & concise reports.
* Experience researching and collecting data to form reports and make recommendations.
* Ability to perform financial calculations, prepare/maintain financial reports, analysis, and summaries for a large customer base.
* Ability to effectively present information to top managers, public groups, state officials, and/or boards of directors.
* Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from PI/CoI, regulatory agencies, state program staff, or members of the community.
* Must have independent decision-making ability.
* Ability to work with multi-disciplinary groups and facilitate meetings.
* Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree.
* Certified Research Administrator.
-
(Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award
2 weeks ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe Cancer Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award. About the Opportunity As a (Hybrid) Assistant Director of Pre-Award, you will be responsible for managing and support Director, Cancer, Assistant, Program Director, Leadership, Operations, Technology
-
(Hybrid) Director of Administration
1 week ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeWest Virginia University Health Science Center is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Director of Administration with Health Affairs Institute About the Opportunity WVU Health Affairs Institute (HAI) is seeking a Director of Administration to join our team. The Director of Administration will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and...
-
(Hybrid) Director of Administration
2 weeks ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeDescription West Virginia University Health Science Center is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Director of Administration with Health Affairs Institute About the Opportunity WVU Health Affairs Institute (HAI) is seeking a Director of Administration to join our team. The Director of Administration will be responsible for the planning,...
-
(Hybrid) Director of Administration
1 week ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeWest Virginia University Health Science Center is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Director of Administration with Health Affairs Institute About the Opportunity WVU Health Affairs Institute (HAI) is seeking a Director of Administratio Director, Health, Leadership, Accounting, Project Lead, Administrative, Education, Business Services
-
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Full timeThe Honors College at West Virginia University is seeking applications for the position of Program Coordinator for the Pre-Health Professional Development Office. About the Opportunity Under the supervision of office leadership, this position will be responsible for meeting the mission of the Pre-Health Office by assisting students applying for...
-
(Hybrid) Program Coordinator
7 days ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe Office of Health Services Research in the School of Public Health at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Program Coordinator. About the Opportunity This position will report to the Assistant Director of the Health, Program Coordinator, Public Health, Research, Office, Coordinator, Business Services
-
(Hybrid) Research Assistant
6 days ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Full timeWest Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Research Assistant with the Department of Otolaryngology About the Opportunity The Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck surgery at WVU is seeking applicants for a research position for a period of 12 months. The position will assist in research activities...
-
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeDescription The Honors College at West Virginia University invites applications for the position of Director for the Office of Undergraduate Research. About the Opportunity The position is responsible for leading the Office of Undergraduate Research in maintaining, developing, and growing undergraduate research-related programming and initiatives. We...
-
Medical Director, Transplant Nephrology
4 weeks ago
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States West Virginia University School of Medicine Full timeThe West Virginia University Health System, the state's largest health system and largest private employer, comprises over 20 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements.West Virginia University School of Medicine...
-
Assistant Director- Olympic Sports Nutrition
7 days ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Nutrition. About the Opportunity Provide individual and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance t Director, Sports, Nutrition, Assistant, Athletic Trainer, Coach, Healthcare
-
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe Honors College at West Virginia University is seeking applications for the position of Program Coordinator for the Pre-Health Professional Development Office. About the Opportunity Under the supervision of office leadership, this position will be Program Coordinator, Health, Professional, Development, Program, Coordinator, Education, Business Services
-
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe West Virginia University (WVU) Research Office, Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), is accepting applications for a (remote) Assistant Director. About the Opportunity The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP), provides central coordination and overs Director, Office, Program, Assistant, Remote, Research, Education
-
Assistant Director- Olympic Sports Nutrition
1 week ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Full timeThe department of Athletics at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Nutrition. About the Opportunity Provide individual and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance the performance of Olympic sport student-athletes. Primary responsibilities include counseling individuals...
-
(Hybrid) Research Assistant
2 weeks ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Full timeWest Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Research Assistant with the Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry About the Opportunity The Research Assistant will work on a clinical research study and will investigate the use of a novel intervention to improve engagement and retention in treatment...
-
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Full timeThe Office of General Counsel at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Assistant/Associate General Counsel for Intellectual Property. About the Opportunity This position supports the West Virginia University innovation ecosystem, the Assistant/Associate General Counsel for Intellectual Property will be responsible for...
-
(Hybrid) Academic Advisor
2 weeks ago
Morgantown, United States West Virginia University Full timeThe Department of Psychology in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Academic Advisor. About the Opportunity As a (Hybrid) Academic Advisor, you will provide academic and career advising to students in the Psychology major, including serving as the advisor for about a quarter...
-
(Hybrid) Data Scientist
1 week ago
Morgantown, United States WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CORPORATION Full timeDescription The West Virginia Clinical & Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) at West Virginia University Research Corporation is seeking applications for a (Hybrid) Data Scientist. About the Opportunity This position resides within following WVCTSI core: Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Research Design (BERD). This position will assist WVCTSI Biomedical...
-
Director of Technical and Marketing Services
6 days ago
Morgantown, United States Eastern Technologies Inc Full timeCompany Description Eastern Technologies, Inc. is a reputable water treatment technology company located in Morgantown, PA. We are known for our expertise in providing high-quality products, field application expertise, and technical support to our customers. Our dedication to being a true partner sets us apart in the industry. Role Description This is a...
-
Director of Nursing
1 week ago
Morgantown, United States Morgantown Health and Rehabilitation Center Full timeDirector of Nursing (DON) We are hiring a FULL TIME REGISTERED NURSE (RN) as DIRECTOR OF NURSING. POSITION SUMMARY Our team is currently seeking licensed nurse as a Director of Nursing who strives for nursing excellence, has high standards of integrity and ethics and enjoys working in a team environment and is able to implement change. The Director of...
-
Morgantown, United States Eastern Technologies, Inc. Full timeCompany DescriptionEastern Technologies, Inc. is a reputable water treatment technology company located in Morgantown, PA. We are known for our expertise in providing high-quality products, field application expertise, and technical support to our customers. Our dedication to being a true partner sets us apart in the industry.Role DescriptionThis is a...
