Position Available - Postaward Manager Ruth B Smith 06 Jun 2002 16:06 EST
Dear Colleagues, We are looking for a manager to join our team and oversee our eight person postaward sponsored programs unit. Please share our advertisement with others you think may be interested. For additional information about ODU Research Foundation, visit our website at www.researchfoundation.odu.edu. Thank you. Ruth Smith, Executive Director Old Dominion University Research Foundation Manager Sponsored Programs/Contracting Officer Old Dominion University Research Foundation BACKGROUND: Old Dominion University Research Foundation provides fiscal and administrative services supporting research, public service, and training activities of Old Dominion University, a Research Intensive University, including Colleges of Engineering and Technology, Sciences, Education, Arts and Letters, Business and Public Administration, and Health Sciences, as well as its interdisciplinary centers. In Fiscal Year 2001, the Research Foundation staff of 31 processed nearly $30 million in expenditures, submitted proposals totaling over $189 million, accepted sponsored program awards of $40 million, and provided payroll services for an average of 500 employees appointed to projects. The following position is a member of the nine person postaward office, and will primarily work with investigators in Old Dominion University College of Engineering and Technology. RESPONSIBILITIES: The incumbent will work as a member of the Research Foundation management team. Primary responsibilities include serving as the contracting officer as well as supervising and providing guidance to the Grant and Contract unit staff. Serves as a resource on grant and contract regulations, and interprets requirements with staff, principle investigators and management. While the role is primary advisory, it may be necessary for the incumbent to take a more hands on approach toward particularly complex contracts. Ensures financial and regulatory compliance and maintains working knowledge of Research Foundation, federal, and agency regulations, policies, procedures, forms and guidelines for the conduct of research. As part of the Research Foundation management team, develops and implements policies and procedures. Provides technical assistance and coordinates staff development and training. QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years related experience. Previous supervisory experience in a university environment is desired. Demonstrated knowledge of federal regulations related to research administration, including OMB A-21, OMB A-110, Federal Acquisition Regulations and major federal funding agency guidelines is critical. Knowledge of university policies and procedures related to the conduct of research preferred. Experience negotiating agreements and working with industry is useful. Interpersonal skills are required to work effectively in situations involving competing opinions, significant deadline pressure, and multiple competing tasks. Solid working knowledge of PC-based computing applications in the networked computing environment, including Microsoft Office, email, and financial databases essential. SALARY: Old Dominion University Research Foundation offers a competitive salary and benefit program. The expected hiring range is $55,000 - $63,000. Moving expenses, if required, will be considered for the candidate who has exceptionally strong skills and background. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefit program. Send resume and transmittal letter with salary history and requirements to Old Dominion University Research Foundation, P.O. Box 6369, Norfolk, VA 23508, or e-mail to xxxxxx@pobox.hprf.odu.edu. Specify Job #02002. AA/EOE ====================================================================== Instructions on how to use the RESADM-L Mailing List, including subscription information and a web-searchable archive, are available via our web site at http://www.hrinet.org (click on "Listserv Lists") ======================================================================