***   Position Announcement  ***

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
A member of the University of Louisiana System

Associate Director of Research and Sponsored Programs

	Northwestern State University of Louisiana invites applications for an Associate Director of Research and Sponsored Programs.  The Institution is seeking an individual possessing a strong commitment to excellence in scholarly and professional service.

The Position
	This individual will be responsible for assisting the Director in facilitating pre-award activities supporting faculty and staff in seeking and securing external funding for sponsored research and programs by managing information resources, coordinating and conducting seminars and workshops, assisting with proposal development and quality review, and coordinating institutional review and approval of proposals.

	Further, this individual will be responsible for assisting the Director in creating and maintaining print and electronic versions of Institutional and Board policies and procedures related to research and sponsored programs; coordinating administration of the Institution’s seed grant and minigrant programs; supporting the activities of committees for the protection of research subjects, patents and copyright, hazardous materials, internal seed/minigrant programs, and other campus-wide groups; preparing ORSP print and electronic publications and announcements; ensuring compliance with both sponsor and University guidelines for proposals; and developing and stewarding relevant innovative technologies and practices institution-wide.

	Northwestern State University is seeking an individual with demonstrated success in a full range of pre-award activities, including experience working with investigators from the sciences to the humanities; conducting faculty/professional-level workshops and training programs; knowledge of funding agencies, including policies, procedures, and regulations; and strong written and oral skills, and demonstrated interpersonal communication abilities.  A master’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline is required.  Preference will be given to persons with experience with electronic research administration (eRA) tools (online databases, Fastlane and other submission facilities, Internet resources, spreadsheets, and complex databases); and active participation in professional organizations, including session presentations and workshops.

	This position will report to the Director of Sponsored Programs and Associate Dean for Research.  The appointment will be as professional staff with pre-award support responsibilities.

Application Procedure
	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2002.  Applicants must provide a letter of application specific to the position, curriculum vita, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.
	Application materials should be sent to Dr. Anthony Scheffler, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research, Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA 71497.  Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Scheffler at (318) 357-5851 or . 

Northwestern State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.