Director of Faculty Grants and Sponsored Research

Position Information

Title
Director of Faculty Grants and Sponsored Research

Department
Corporate, Foundation and Government Relations

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
12/08/2022

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus. Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Conn. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

The Director of Faculty Grants and Sponsored Research is responsible for promoting and supporting efforts to secure federal, state, corporate, and foundation funding for faculty grants and fellowships, as well as support for the College’s institutional priorities at-large. The Director is a member of the Grants Office in the Office of the Dean of Faculty and reports to the Senior Director of the Grants Office.

The Director is responsible for the review and administration of all faculty and institutional grant proposals to federal and state government agencies and to other public and private agencies that fund scholarly research as well as academic programming, facilities and equipment. They will:

• Disseminate information about appropriate sources and provide individualized support to faculty members seeking funding for research, program, or performance projects.
• Analyze and interpret federal regulations, proposal guidelines, policies, and contracts. Communicate critical elements of grantor regulations to the campus community.
• Recommend, develop, and maintain campus compliance systems and policies for federal regulations, legal documents, audit reports, and proposal guidelines. Participate in reviewing and developing general College policies pertaining to faculty grant support.
• Prepare and/or review proposal budgets. Ensure that all proposals and budget submissions comply with College personnel, compensation, academic, and other relevant policies. Maintain general oversight of all research budgets, and, with the College Accounting Office, ensure the effective administration of all awards. Ensure compliance with all grantor reporting requirements.
• Upon request, review and edit grant proposal material for both internal and external funding.
• Maintain effective communication with academic and administrative departments, particularly the Office of the Dean of Faculty, as well as with special faculty committees and working groups, and non-departmental centers of faculty scholarship and research.
• Through regular contact with other grants professionals, learn about current best practices in sponsored research and government grant administration. Keep informed of funding agency concerns and interest through ongoing contacts, research, and attendance at periodic meetings.
• Track proposals in progress, pending, and submitted capturing pertinent information. Provide appropriate publicity within the College of grants received. Maintain and update website providing information about faculty grants and related activities.
• Serve ex-officio (non-voting member) on the Faculty Research Committee ( FRC ) and the Institutional Review Board ( IRB ). Provide administrative assistance as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or terminal degree in academic discipline preferred. Familiarity with academic research processes. Three to five years of experience in sponsored research, government grants, and higher education preferred.

Strong leadership, writing, editing and communication skills. Ability to balance competing priorities and/or deadlines. Highly organized and excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Experience with and comfort using electronic grant submission systems.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume and cover letter as well as list 3 references.

Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment .

Quick Link
https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2507

Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is “Engage. Connect. Transform.” As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.