Research Development Manager, Renew Institute

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

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Job summary

Renew Institute at the University at Buffalo seeks a Research Development Manager to advance interdisciplinary research initiatives, partnerships, and visibility across environmental health, climate resilience, and public health. The role reports to institute leadership and works with faculty, centers, and external partners to grow research impact.

You will identify opportunities, support new programs, and promote collaboration while helping strengthen research capacity and workforce development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years supporting research, programs, or related activities.
• Experience coordinating complex multi-stakeholder projects.
• Ability to analyze and communicate complex information clearly.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support growth of RENEW’s research portfolio by identifying opportunities.
• Enhance research capacity and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary and multi-institutional collaborations.
• Support formation of research teams addressing environmental health, climate resilience, etc.
• Assist planning and continuous improvement of research initiatives and programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop student education and workforce development programs.
• Promote visibility and impact of RENEW research to stakeholders.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Stakeholder management

Research administration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Advanced degree (PhD or equivalent)

Job description

Research Development Manager, Renew Institute

Position Title Research Development Manager, Renew Institute

The RENEW Institute is seeking a Research Development Manager who will support the strategic growth and impact of RENEW through the development of interdisciplinary research initiatives, support of collaborative partnerships, identification of emerging opportunities, and promotion of research visibility and impact. Working closely with institute leadership, faculty, research centers, university partners, and external stakeholders, the position advances programs and activities that strengthen research capacity, foster collaboration, and support institutional priorities in areas including environmental health, climate resilience, public health, and related fields.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the growth and advancement of RENEW’s research portfolio by identifying emerging scientific, funding, policy, and partnership opportunities that align with institute priorities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance research capacity and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration across the university. Contribute to the development of new research initiatives, programs, and strategic partnerships.
• Facilitate the development of interdisciplinary and multi-institutional research collaborations that advance RENEW’s scientific mission and strategic priorities.
• Support the formation and development of interdisciplinary research teams addressing complex challenges in areas including environmental health, climate resilience, public health, and related fields.
• Support the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of research-related initiatives, programs, and special projects.
• Collaborate with institute leadership, faculty, and the Education and Outreach Director to support the development of programs that promote student education, mentoring, experiential learning, and workforce development.
• Advance the visibility, accessibility, and impact of RENEW research and programs. Work with institute leadership and communications personnel to promote research accomplishments and strategic initiatives.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience supporting research, scientific programs, strategic initiatives, higher education administration, government programs, nonprofit organizations, or related activities or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience coordinating complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and communicate complex technical or scientific information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across disciplines, organizations, and stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) in a scientific, environmental, public health, policy, or closely related field.
• Experience supporting research, scientific programs, strategic initiatives, higher education administration, government programs, nonprofit organizations, or related activities.
• Hands-on participation in interdisciplinary research, environmental health, sustainability, climate resilience, public health, or related research areas.
• Experience supporting research planning, strategic initiatives, team science, or collaborative program development.
• Experience developing reports, white papers, policy briefs, briefing materials, strategic analyses, or other technical communications.
• Experience organizing workshops, meetings, professional development activities, or research-focused events.
• Experience translating scientific or technical information for policymakers, community stakeholders, institutional leadership, or public audiences.
• Experience evaluating programs, conducting benchmarking analyses, or assessing organizational performance and impact.
• Experience building partnerships among academic, governmental, industry, nonprofit, and community organizations.

Driving Requirements

This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

Salary Range $76,000 - $81,000

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus

Campus North Campus

Posting Dates

Posted 11/05/2026

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

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