Director, UGA Research Institute
2 weeks ago
Working Title: Director, UGA Research Institute
Department: VPR-VP Office Research Admin
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department: The University of Georgia ( ) is a land grant and sea grant institution located in Athens, Georgia, 90 miles northeast of Atlanta. Known for its vibrant cultural and arts scene, as well as its rich history, Athens offers a high quality of life with a variety of outdoor, urban, and cultural activities ( ).
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2024
Job Posting Date: 08/12/2024
Open until filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants: Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive CV, a cover letter, and contact information for three professional references. For full consideration, applications must be received by September 25, 2024.
Any questions regarding the position can be directed to: Shelly Terrazas, Director of Finance and Human Resources, Office of Research, at .
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .
Classification Title: Director, College/Division/School AC
Faculty Rank: Administrative Faculty
Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications: A terminal degree in a relevant field is required.
Position Summary: As the research capacity of UGA continues to grow, UGA will increasingly have opportunities to partner with federal mission agencies and industry in applied and fundamental research, including in new use-inspired work that achieves specific mission objectives for these organizations. The University of Georgia Research Institute's (UGARI) purpose is to improve UGA's ability to take advantage of these opportunities to deliver effectively on new and existing partnerships with mission organizations in applied research and in so doing broaden and accelerate further growth of UGA's research enterprise. The Director of the UGA Research Institute (UGARI) will be responsible for the strategic vision of the institute, including activities in funding development, project capture and execution, staffing, resource allocation, fostering relationships with mission-driven agencies such as the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD), and other entities in the global security sector, and advocacy for university investment in infrastructure to support secure research and information resources. Particular emphasis is expected in the area of funding acquisition and administrative support for faculty pursuing research activities with mission driven agencies such as the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and other funding entities in the global security sector and associated industries. The Director will coordinate with the UGARI Steering Committee to address acquisition and allocation of internal UGA resources, strategies to pursue external funding resources, UGARI affiliated faculty, and equipment and infrastructure needs at UGA to support research for mission driven agencies, as well as potential growth opportunities for the Institute. The director will report to the UGA Vice President for Research and will directly engage within the Office of Research to ensure that business and research services are in place at UGA to facilitate and support faculty research with mission driven agencies. Such engagement with the Office of Research is expected to include, Sponsored Programs, Institutional Animal Care and Use, Institutional Biosafety, Human Resources, Export Control and Research Security, Research Infrastructure, Core Research Facilities, and UGA Centers and Institutes. The Director also will be expected to engage with College, School, and Department unit heads across the UGA campus to increase awareness and ensure the success of UGARI's mission and services in the areas of funding development as well as business and research services support for projects involving mission driven agencies. This position currently supervises two Associate Directors, one Program Manager, and shared administrative support personnel within the UGA Office of Research. It is expected that the UGARI Director will guide, support, and facilitate UGARI Associate Director efforts to engage potential funding agencies across a diversity of mission driven agencies. This position is contingent on the availability of programmatic funding.
Additional Requirements:
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in securing funding and managing research initiatives in the U.S. defense and global security sectors.
- Required Skills:
- Ability to obtain or currently hold a DoD Top-Secret or DOE Q Clearance.
- Proven track record in project and budget management, particularly with projects funded by defense and global security sectors.
- Experience in integrating research security and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) requirements into academic environments.
- Strong leadership and personnel management skills.
- Expertise in the federal budgetary process and its application to research funding
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
- Currently holds or can obtain a DoD Top-Secret or DOE Q Clearance.
- 5+ year experience with funding opportunities and research needs in the US defense and global security sectors that are appropriate for UGA faculty expertise
- Ability to facilitate funding for faculty to conduct research and workforce development activities for federal agencies supporting the US global security mission.
- 5+ year experience with project and budget management skills needed to successfully plan and execute work scope for projects funded by the Department of Defense and US agencies engaged in global security missions
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage technical and project/program management personnel.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the federal budgetary process and experience in its use for development of funding for research priorities within the US defense and global security sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to work with consultants to identify research needs that can be addressed by faculty expertise and assist with efforts to create white papers for securing Department of Defense program support or plus-up support for meeting such needs within the federal budgetary process.
- 5+ year experience with the successful integration of research security and CUI requirements into academic environments for accomplishing research and workforce development goals associated with funding from the Department of Defense and US agencies with global security missions.
- Demonstrated experience with the building of academic partnerships with industries in the defense and global security sectors for the purpose of funding acquisition, research collaboration, and workforce development.
Physical Demands:
- Travel in state, out of state, and internationally, if necessary . click apply for full job details
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