Research Administration Director

1 week ago


Reston, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
About the Position

The College of Engineering and Computing at George Mason University is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research Administration Director to join our team. As a key member of our Research Administration team, you will be responsible for providing pre-award and post-award research administration services to the college.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for pre-award and post-award research administration to ensure compliance with university and sponsor regulations.
  • Supervise and manage a team of research administrators to ensure efficient and effective delivery of research administration services.
  • Provide training and support to faculty and research administrators on research administration policies and procedures.
  • Collaborate with the Office of Sponsored Programs to ensure compliance with university and sponsor regulations.
  • Monitor and report on research administration metrics and trends to inform strategic decision-making.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Significant experience in research administration, including pre-award and post-award activities.
  • Proven leadership and management skills, with experience supervising a team of research administrators.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and sponsors.
  • Knowledge of university and sponsor regulations, including federal rules and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a higher education or research institution.
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) certification.
What We Offer

George Mason University offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced research administrator looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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