Director of Sponsored Programs & Research Operations

umiami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami seeks a Director of Sponsored Programs to oversee externally funded initiatives, guide post-award administration, and align operations with institutional strategy. This leader will manage under the UHealth/Sylvester Cancer Center umbrella, coordinating pre- and post-award activities and ensuring compliance with sponsor policies and regulations.

Ideal candidate brings 8+ years in research administration, deep knowledge of NIH/NSF/DOD rules and hands-on experience with Workday,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in research administration.
• Deep knowledge of federal regulations (NIH, NSF, DOD) and Uniform Guidance.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex teams and sponsored research portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership of the Sponsored Programs Office aligned with strategic direction.
• Integrate Pre-Award and Post-Award functions for coordinated lifecycle support.
• Oversee post-award financial management, budgeting and reporting.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for pre- and post-award activities to ensure quality and compliance.
• Lead training and communications to ensure consistent policy execution and accountability.

Skills

Strategic Alignment

Financial Management

Resource Management

Adaptability

Team Leadership

Technology & Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration / Public Administration or related field

Tools

Huron Research Suite

Workday

eRA Commons

Job description

University of Miami seeks a Director of Sponsored Programs to oversee externally funded initiatives, guide post-award administration, and align operations with institutional strategy. This leader will manage under the UHealth/Sylvester Cancer Center umbrella, coordinating pre- and post-award activities and ensuring compliance with sponsor policies and regulations.

Ideal candidate brings 8+ years in research administration, deep knowledge of NIH/NSF/DOD rules and hands-on experience with Workday,