Director, Federal Research Partnerships

University of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in the Washington, D.C. area seeks a Director of Federal Research Engagement to link HWCOE faculty with federal funding opportunities and coordinate responses to information requests from federal agencies.

You will work with college leadership, department chairs, and institute directors to align research strengths with agency priorities and to manage relationships with program managers and division leaders at key agencies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate area with 6+ years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s with 8 years.
• Strong communication, strategic planning, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience engaging with federal agencies and managing programs.

Responsibilities

• Identify funding opportunities and connect HWCOE faculty with federal programs.
• Coordinate responses to agency information requests and invitations to workshops.
• Maintain relationships with program managers and division leaders at federal agencies.
• Inform college leadership about federal priorities and funding opportunities.
• Track agency solicitations and support faculty participation in workshops and study groups.

Education

Master's degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Job description

University of Florida in the Washington, D.C. area seeks a Director of Federal Research Engagement to link HWCOE faculty with federal funding opportunities and coordinate responses to information requests from federal agencies.

You will work with college leadership, department chairs, and institute directors to align research strengths with agency priorities and to manage relationships with program managers and division leaders at key agencies.