Here is yesterday's posting copied and pasted.
Position Announcement
Director of Research and Sponsored Programs
University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is searching for a Director of Research and
Sponsored Programs (RSSP). The U of A is a research-extensive university
with annual sponsored funding of approximately $65 million with an
anticipated growth of 100% over the next 10 years.
The director reports to the Vice Provost for Research and is responsible for
all pre-award and non-financial post-award activities. Major
responsibilities include providing assistance to faculty in the development
and submission of proposals; review and negotiation of awards; monitoring
compliance with applicable federal, state, university, and sponsoring
agencies' policies and regulations; and providing training to faculty and
staff. Divisions within the RSSP unit include Project Administration
including Proposal Processing and Post-Award Administration, Industrial
Relations and Technology Transfer, Research Compliance, Central Laboratory
Animal Care Facility, and Research Services.
Candidates must hold an earned doctorate or equivalent degree from an
accredited institution, and/or present sufficient years of experience in
research and research administration. Candidates must have a thorough
knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements, strong
managerial, leadership, supervisory, and interpersonal skills, and have a
demonstrated ability to work with creative professionals and complex
programs. Candidates must have the ability to create an environment that
effectively encourages a diverse group of faculty to pursue external funding
and ensure that their research and scholarly needs are met.
Interested persons should send their vita and the names of three references
that are familiar with the candidate's qualifications for this position and
who may be contacted by members of the search committee at any time to:
Collis R. Geren
Vice Provost for Research
119 Ozark Hall
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, 72701
This position is a full-time, 12-month position with paid vacation and
fringe benefits with an annual salary commensurate to education and
experience. Completed applications received by August 1, 2003, will be
assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary
to fill the position.
The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer, and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race,
color, sex, or national origin. Applicants must have proof of legal
authority to work in the United States.
Stephen Turner
University of Arkansas
Research Accounting
(479) 575-6281
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