Multi-functional Research Administration Manager (S/C/D)

Multi-functional Research Administration Manager (S/C/D)

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02304776

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is a top-tier (R1) research University located on the shores of Lake Michigan and one of only two doctoral institutions in the University of Wisconsin System. UWM offers comprehensive liberal arts, sciences, and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate levels to nearly 25,000 students.

The UWM School of Education is the state’s premier school for the research and practice of urban education. Its mission is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities. The School of Education values leadership for diverse communities; excellence in scholarship, teaching, and service; social and ethical responsibility; diversity; and communication and collaboration. The School has strong collaborations across area public school districts and with a wide variety of community based organizations.

Job Summary
The School of Education is engaged in an innovative effort to create new partnerships for addressing issues in education including the teacher pipeline. We are seeking an energetic and inventive individual to join the School's faculty and administration in securing external funding to support these efforts. This is a one year, fixed terminal academic staff position, reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, with possibility for renewal if awarded external grant funding. This position will be considered for hybrid or fully remote work, depending on applicant location and need.

Duties include:

• Executes research administration operational policies and procedures including financial, administrative, staffing, and compliance on behalf of a school/college/division
• Reviews and approves programmatic transactions spanning the life-cycle of sponsored projects to ensure compliance with institutional and/or sponsor policies and procedures
• May supervise the day-to-day activities of research administration staff
• Serves as a key resource to leadership and staff in the unit as well as a liaison to partners and stakeholders
• Executes activities related to proposal submission, contract negotiation, and/or award setup on behalf of a unit
• Executes activities related to financial compliance, audit, or reporting on behalf of a unit
• Provides training to faculty, staff, and/or administrators within the unit regarding policy, procedure, and/or execution of sponsored project administration
• May have authority to submit proposals, agreements, or invoices to a sponsor on behalf of the principal investigator or project director

For more, please review the Standard Job Description here: Job Library | UW System Human Resources (wisconsin.edu)

Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have:

• Demonstrated success in grant writing
• Masters degree in a related field
• Evidence of strong written communication skills as determined by application materials

Preferred Qualifications
Preference for applicants who have:

• Demonstrated success working with research teams
• Experience managing research projects post-award
• Ability to set and meet deadlines and to prioritize projects/tasks
• Knowledge of education and educational systems
• Evidence of strong oral communication skills as determined by application materials

Application Instructions
All documents must be submitted online. Complete applications include:
1. Cover letter that identifies and expands upon professional interests and experiences relevant to this position (up to two pages maximum)
2. Current resume/curriculum vitae
3. Contact information of at least three references, including email and telephone numbers

Finalists will be asked to provide a writing sample (preferably a previous grant application) which may be uploaded at the time of application.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/34935


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