Strategic AVP, Research Administration & Sponsored Programs

University of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware seeks an Associate Vice President to oversee Research Administration and Sponsored Programs in Newark, DE. The AVP leads pre-award and post-award activities, guiding enterprise-wide compliance and strategic research initiatives.

This role directs the Grants Management system, PeopleSoft, and related tools, while partnering with faculty and campus leaders to optimize processes and external funding success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and at least eight years in sponsored program administration.
• Experience leading pre-award and post-award activities for extramurally funded projects.
• In-depth knowledge of OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) and FAR, plus grants management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all aspects of Sponsored Programs Administration and compliance.
• Supervise systems and reporting specialists; collaborate with campus teams on data systems.
• Develop burden-reducing business processes while ensuring sponsor/university policy compliance.
• Partner with faculty and administrators to plan financial operations and program outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Sponsored programs

OMB Guidance

FAR

Budgeting

Data-driven

Communication

Education

Master's degree + 8+ years

Tools

PeopleSoft

Effort Certification App

Grants management systems

Job description

The University of Delaware seeks an Associate Vice President to oversee Research Administration and Sponsored Programs in Newark, DE. The AVP leads pre-award and post-award activities, guiding enterprise-wide compliance and strategic research initiatives.

This role directs the Grants Management system, PeopleSoft, and related tools, while partnering with faculty and campus leaders to optimize processes and external funding success.