Director, Research Administration & Sponsored Programs

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Director of Research Administration. This role involves leading campus-wide sponsored research activities and managing proposal compliance. The Director will mentor research administration managers, ensure adherence to laws, and represent the university externally.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research administration, with a master's degree and significant supervisory experience. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive compensation based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• A master's degree and 2+ years of supervisory experience or a bachelor's degree with 4+ years of supervisory experience.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in research administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of pre-award and post-award compliance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to Research Administration Managers.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with sponsoring agencies.

Skills

Leadership and mentorship

Compliance management

Negotiation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree with 2+ years supervisory experience

Bachelor's degree with 4+ years supervisory experience

Tools

Management information systems

RAMSeS

Grants.gov

Research.gov

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Director of Research Administration. This role involves leading campus-wide sponsored research activities and managing proposal compliance. The Director will mentor research administration managers, ensure adherence to laws, and represent the university externally.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research administration, with a master's degree and significant supervisory experience. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive compensation based on qualifications.