Executive Director, ORSP

Position Information

Position Title

Executive Director, ORSP

Position Type

Admin/Professional

Department

Research & Sponsored Programs

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Pay Grade

MN14

Position Summary Information

Department Specific Information

Starting salary range $103,534-$124,240, commensurate with experience.

Summary

Responsible for the development of objectives, policies, and procedures for comprehensive sponsored programs oversight and for the oversight of pre-award, non-financial post-award and financial post-award administrative procedures. Responsible for the overall stewardship of the University's sponsored research portfolio, which includes promoting, facilitating, and increasing the number of externally funded grants and contracts for research, instruction, and public service. Responsible for the Research Unit financial management.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

Grant and Contract Administration: Provide advanced administrative review and final approval of proposals. Protect the interests of the University through review, negotiation, and approval of terms and conditions of external awards. Manage the limited submission process within the institution. Act as the Authorized University Official on sponsored agreements, as delegated by the Vice President for Research. Develop objectives, policies, and procedures and collaborate with other departments to develop and maintain a comprehensive, effective sponsored programs and grants accounting administrative infrastructure. Provide effective management and supervision of Sponsored Programs and Grants Accounting staff and manages the daily operations of the office.

Leadership & Strategic Planning: Work with the Vice President for Research to develop, implement, and evaluate strategies to grow and expand research and other sponsored activities related to the priorities of the University, including discussions with hospitals and universities in the consortium.

Compliance and Risk Management: Monitor current federal and state compliance requirements related to research and develop procedures and guidance to adhere to the requirements. Review and develop policies to increase efficiencies. Represent ORSP or select designee on University compliance and institutional committees.

Partnerships & Community Engagement: Serve as a resource to faculty and other University units regarding sponsored programs and grants administration as well as to external partners. Coordinate with the technology transfer office and legal counsel on linking the University sponsored programs mission with commercialization efforts.

Budgetary and Administrative Functions: In collaboration with the Vice President for Research, manage the budget of the Research Unit including the Zero-Based Budget process and quarterly reporting. Assist Director and eRA Manager with development, preparation and review of standard ORSP reports, as well as provide data reports and analyses upon the request. Oversee the data management activities of the office.

Miscellaneous Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent
• Experience in research administration and sponsored program management at the university or other research level
• Minimum of ten years' experience in grants and sponsored program administration, preferably in a health care, university, or similar research setting.
• Supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in research administration
• Experience with Ellucian Banner

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.

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