Job Posting - Executive Officer - Alaska INBRE - University of Alaska Fairbanks Andrew M. Parkerson-Gray 02 Dec 2005 17:05 EST

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER - ALASKA INBRE*

Job Summary: Serve as program administrator for the IDeA Networks for
Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) program grant and interrelated
expansion programs working closely with the director to achieve program
goals of building a multi-disciplinary research network and
administering the program in accordance with public law related to grant
awards, National Institutes of Health, IRS, state, and UA policies and
regulations. Promote the development and expansion of unique,
innovation, state-of-the-art biomedical and behavioral research.
Responsible for program data collection and completion of annual
(technical) progress reports. Responsible for any UA or other requests
for information related to program progress. Administer program policies
and procedures for the various programs components including internal
awards; visiting scientists, faculty and student travel awards.
Facilitate multi-institution research initiatives to enhance development
and implementation of interdisciplinary biomedical research and
educational activities; and to increase technological knowledge of the
state's workforce.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position:
Knowledge of grant and contract management, ability to manage a complex
program with multiple components; Knowledge and understanding of rural
Alaska and UA's role in delivering academic opportunities. Well
developed and demonstrated planning and developmental skills. Excellent
interaction, facilitation and public presentation skills. Understanding
of the UA structure and individual campus instructional and research
programs. Knowledge of proposal preparation guidelines, especially NIH.
Knowledge of program reporting and evaluation measures. Ability to
communicate with a diverse audience, including administration, faculty,
and students, and non-university members.

Typical education or training required for this position (including
licenses):
Bachelor's degree is required. The field is preferably science, but
could be in management, public policy, or liberal arts. Valid drivers
license.

Length of time and type of experience required for this position:
Experience with program development- 1-2 years
Program reporting and evaluation- 1-2 years
Experience working with academic programs within an academic
institutional system- 2-3 years
Federal Grantsmanship- 1-2 years
Experienced Communicator, oral and written- 2-3 years
Supervisory experience- 2 years

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please attach a cover letter, resume and list of three professional
references (must be supervisors). Please provide contact information for
the references (including email addresses). RESUME, COVER LETTER, &
REFERENCES NEED TO BE ATTACHED IN SEPARATE DOCUMENTS. For further
information on this position email xxxxxx@alaska.edu.

To apply for this position and/or see salary details, go to the UAKJobs
posting:
http://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53084

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