Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research and

Sponsored Programs

POSITION:
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire invites applications for the position of Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research and Sponsored Programs. UW-Eau Claire is consistently cited in U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges" as among the best public regional universities in the Midwest and is recognized nationally for its opportunities in collaborative faculty/student research and creative activity. UW-Eau Claire is designated as the Center of Excellence for Faculty and Undergraduate Student Research Collaboration within the UW System. As the chief research and sponsored programs officer of the campus, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research and Sponsored Programs is responsible for maintaining and enhancing a vibrant internal funding program, managing extramural grant development activities, and promoting research and creative activities throughout the University and community. These activities are coordinated through the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP), which is designed to promote faculty development, stimulate undergraduate research and creative activity within all disciplines, and enhance scholarship, teaching, and learning though experiential activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
We seek an Assistant Vice Chancellor with demonstrated professional experience and accomplishment who will provide dynamic and creative research leadership for the University’s academic mission. Knowledge about research administration and funding sources available to support research, instruction, and public service activities across a broad range of disciplines and demonstrated success in obtaining and managing externally funded grants is required.  Experience with preparation of grant proposals and working in an academic environment is strongly preferred. Experience with federal (NSF, NIH, DoE), state and private funding agencies will be considered a benefit.  Familiarity with federal electronic proposal submission mechanisms and demonstrated ability to develop and administer budget accounts is required.   Knowledge of matters related to research compliance including protection of humans and animals as research subjects is required.  Other qualifications that may be considered include the ability to communicate effectively, concern for campus-wide service and satisfaction, dedication to teamwork and professional development, and a commitment to quality, integrity and responsiveness. Terminal degree is required, and a record of scholarly activity suitable for a tenured faculty appointment is desirable.  Enhancing the diversity of the University and serving as a role model and mentor for women and/or minorities will be considered assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research and Sponsored Programs is the public face of research and creative activity at UW-Eau Claire.  The position is responsible for the development, promotion and management of internally and externally supported grant programs for the research, instructional, and public service interests of the university.  The Assistant Vice Chancellor directs all pre-award grant activities of the university, supervises the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, serves as a member of the Academic Affairs leadership team, and assists in maintaining a positive work environment that promotes service and quality.  Duties include:

• Oversee a vibrant, highly successful internal funding program that is partially supported by student differential fees.  Program is designed for research and scholarly activity, faculty/student research collaboration, and faculty and academic staff professional development.
• Assist faculty and academic staff in identifying funding sources and in developing successful extramural grant and sponsored program applications.  Actively facilitate multidisciplinary faculty research and faculty/student research collaborations.
• Manage day-to-day extramural grant development activities and all University-sponsored programs for promoting research and other scholarly and creative activities.
• Establish and maintain liaison with federal, state, and private funding agencies.  Aggressively represent the University in the pursuit of extramural funding for its instructional mission, faculty and staff development, research, creative activity, student services, and public service programs.
• Direct and actively promote the activities of the Center of Excellence for Faculty and Undergraduate Student Research Collaboration and effectively assist college deans and other university administrators in promoting excellence in undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Develop, recommend, and administer internal research and professional development budget accounts in consultation with the Academic Affairs Budget Officer, the Director of Business Services, the College Deans, the Provost and Vice Chancellor.
• Provide leadership in the merit review of internal proposals and compliance review of funded grants.
• Chair the University Research and Creative Activity Council, the Academic Affairs Professional Development Advisory Committee, and the Sabbatical Review Committee.
• Represent the University at state, regional, and national levels as requested, serve on University and UW System committees, and assist the Provost and Vice Chancellor as necessary.

UNIVERSITY & EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY:
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is a comprehensive university with 700 faculty and administrative/professional staff offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to a diverse population of approximately 10,500 students.  The University, often described as Wisconsin's most beautiful campus, is the fourth largest in the state, and spans the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire, western Wisconsin's largest city. Eau Claire and the surrounding countryside have many scenic rivers, lakes, parks, bike trails and wooded areas where students and community members enjoy seasonal sports, camping and a variety of other recreational activities.

Eau Claire, with a population of 64,000, is a safe, friendly, and affordable community with employment opportunities for family members and outstanding schools for children. Eau Claire is just 90 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul, which offers world-class theater, symphony and chamber orchestras, opera, and restaurants as well as professional sports, shopping, and cultural diversity.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send letter of application addressing the qualifications above, curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references by mail or electronically to:

Ms. Linda Baumeister, Program Assistant
Academic Affairs
University of Wisconsin
Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54702-4004
Phone: 715-836-2320; Fax: 715-836-2902
e-mail: xxxxxx@uwec.edu

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by February 10, 2006.  However, screening may continue until position is filled.  The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process.  Applicants’ names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing.  Names of all finalists must be released.  An AA/EEO employer.

To learn more about the position, visit the ORSP Web site:  http://www.uwec.edu/orsp/index.htm

Chris Lind

Assistant Vice Chancellor
Office of Research and Sponsored Programs
170 Human Sciences and Services Building
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Tel. 715-836-3405; Fax. 715-836-3963

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