Manager, Research Program Development & Grants

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S3848P

Home Org Name
AG Administration (Orgn: 120000)

Division Name
College of Agriculture

Position Title
Manager, Research Program Development & Grants

Job Class Code
HC92

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The College of Agriculture and Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station are seeking candidates for a Manager, Research Program Development & Grants position to provide strategic support in the identification, development, management, and expansion of research programs.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

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Essential Functions

1) Reviews and corrects documentation for compliance with University, legal, cost accounting standards, and other State, Federal, or sponsor guidelines. Coordinates and manages efforts with research support units as needed – The Office of Research Security, Office of Compliance, and the Office of Contracts and Grants Accounting. Serves as a liaison for the college of Agriculture with the Office of Sponsored Programs on post award activities such as no cost extensions, contract modifications, additional funding executions, and budget revisions. Prepares and manages documentation efforts to facilitate workflow to ensure timely submission of research proposals to external funding resource entities.

2) Trains and manages new and existing employees within the college of Agriculture in research proposal development, electronic research administration, internal processes and procedures, external funding agency requirements and research award management. Identifies continuing education and professional development opportunities for current staff.

3) Assists in the development of research training opportunities including in-person training. The position would help design and implement training strategies for College faculty and staff related to proposal processes.

4)Works with Associate Dean for Research to process all proposals and submissions to commodity groups.

5) Supports other activities that may arise aimed at increasing productivity in strategic research areas and external funding opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, or closely related field and 5 years of experience in developing research opportunities, grant preparation, grant accounting with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability.

*Must have at least 1 year of experience supervising full-time employees.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Quantitative, qualitative & analytical skills; Must understand budgets, budget development and the ability to quickly and accurately review and make corrections; Organizational ability to manage the flow of incoming & outgoing correspondence.

Minimum Technology Skills

Office software programs, including spreadsheets, databases and dashboards, smartsheets and being able to navigate government websites.

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Experience with post award grant accounting desired.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$54,400 - $92,500

Job Category
Executive/Director/Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date
08/07/2024

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please utilize the attachment feature in the online application system and attach a letter of interest and resume. Only complete application materials will be considered.

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/47573
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other

Supplemental Questions

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1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
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2. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution?
   • Yes
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3. * Do you have a minimum of 5 years of experience developing research opportunities, grant preparation, grant accounting with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability with at least 1 year of supervisory experience?
   • Yes
   • No