University of Maine
 Director, Office of Research & Sponsored Programs

Position Summary:  Responsible for overseeing all pre- and post-award
financial and administrative activities supporting externally-funded
projects - about 600 proposals each year resulting in 400 awards with a
total value of $55 million.  Day-to-day management of 13 professional and
administrative staff.  Reports to VP, Research.

Required: Master’s degree; minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible
experience in a leadership position in sponsored projects administration in
a research university setting; demonstrated success in analysis,
negotiation, organization, training, supervision, teamwork, and operating
budget development; in-depth knowledge of university grants administration
including research agreements, material transfer agreements, and responsible
conduct of research; general knowledge of Federal regulations governing
sponsored project administration, including OMB Circulars A-21, A-110, and
A-133; Federal Cost Accounting Standards; and Federal Acquisition
Regulations; familiarity with automated systems for grants administration
and funding opportunities; ability to perform essential functions identified
above.  Additional information at www.umaine.edu/hr/jobs.  Appropriate
background checks required.

To apply:  Review will begin on October 20, 2003, and will continue until
position has been filled.  Send letter of application, resume, and
names/numbers of three references by to:

 Jonnie Wheaton, Admin. Asst.
 Office of Research & Economic Development
 University of Maine
 5717 Corbett Hall
 Orono, ME  04469-5717
 (xxxxxx@umit.maine.edu)

The University of Maine leverages both education and research to stimulate
economic development. Our researchers are addressing challenges in
information technology, biotechnology, advanced materials, aquaculture and
marine sciences, the environment , forestry and agriculture and precision
manufacturing. The combination of scientific expertise, student insight and
business support will drive the knowledge-based economy in these and other
fields.  UMaine in Orono is the state's premier public university and is
among the most comprehensive higher education institutions in the Northeast.
The successful candidate will be a team player with exceptional leadership
skills.

 The University of Maine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.

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