POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, IUP RESEARCH INSTITUTE

The IUP Research Institute is a new non-profit corporation affiliated with
Indiana University of Pennsylvania.  Its purpose is to promote research and
other externally funded projects, with a focus on applied research and
partnerships with community and regional programs.  Externally funded
research has grown steadily for the past 10 years, and the University is
seeking an enterprising individual to take research and other externally
funded projects to the next stage of development by implementing the new
Research Institute.

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and works closely
with the Vice Provost for Research and Dean of Graduate Studies.  The
Executive Director has general responsibility for the start-up and
management of the Research Institute as it serves Indiana University of PA
faculty and staff.  The Executive Director establishes objectives and
priorities and develops short-term and long-range plans for all Research
Institute units.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduate degree in an academic or professional field, or equivalent
combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED AND DESIRED
Management and administrative experience in a large or mid-size university
is required, preferably in a senior management position.  Experience highly
desired in designing start-up organizations, corporate management,
organizational change and management, non-profit organizations, sponsored
program management, contract and grant administration and development,
federal research regulations, fiscal services, corporate and other
partnerships, and research regulatory and compliance strategies.
Demonstrated success in fulfilling the values and mission of a comparable
organization and an understanding of the role of research in supporting the
institutional mission of the University.  Experience and/or knowledge of the
installation and management of computerized information and data management
systems is also desired.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES
The Executive Director is responsible for guiding the development of this
new Research Institute, including its structure, policies and procedures,
interaction with the University, and assessment of effectiveness.  S/he will
have overall day-to-day responsibility for effective management and
operation of all areas of the Institute as they discharge their
responsibility for creating and maintaining the services necessary to
facilitate the development and administration of sponsored research programs
and related activities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
30%     Supervises all Research Institute units.  Determines and implements
the optimal organization for the new Institute.  Guides and coordinates
communication among and activities of all areas of the Research Institute.

25%     Provides decision-making assistance, information, and problem
solving to faculty, University administrators, and sponsoring agency
representatives related to sponsored project activity.

15%     Develops the Research Institute budget and monitors expenditures of
Research Institute departments

10%     Monitors finances and reserve and sponsored programs contingency
accounts.  Monitors and modifies internal organizational operations as
appropriate; initiates systems for evaluation and control of Research
Institute activities including standards for performance, and evaluates
individual and group performance.

5%       Responsible for the management of staff involved in audits of
financial, procurement, equipment, cost sharing and computer systems.
Prepares or approves management responses and other documents involving
audits

5%       Serves on appropriate University and Research Institute committees
to plan and coordinate the operating objectives, goals, plans, policies, and
procedures relative to the research mission of the Institute and the
University.

5%       Oversees the preparation for quarterly Research Institute Board
meetings.  Reports quarterly to the Board on the activities of the
Institute.

5%       Develops and maintains relationships with administrative
counterparts in universities, and national organizations representing
universities to improve relationships with sponsoring agencies and
institutions of higher education, and entities essential to effective
operation; serves on local, state, and national committees.

The starting salary range is $60,000-$80,000. Submit a resume, letter of
application, and 3 references to: Alicia V. Linzey, Interim Vice
Provost/Dean of Graduate Studies, 210 S. 10th St., Indiana, PA  15705.
Review will begin August 4 and continue until the position is filled.  The
IUP Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Dr. Dolores Brzycki
Interim Associate Director, IUP Research Institute
Grant Manager, Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to Use Technology
724-357-7695
xxxxxx@iup.edu

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