Good afternoon,

Are you looking for a new opportunity in Research Administration?  The University of Maryland, Baltimore is currently looking for a Manager in its Sponsored Programs Office.

If the below looks interesting, please submit your application via the following link (Link: https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/umb_external_staff/jobdetail.ftl?job=1600007x&lang=en).

Sponsored Programs Administration Manager - (1600007X)
 The University of Maryland, Baltimore Office of Research and Development is seeking a Sponsored Programs Administration Manager. The position coordinates and manages unit-wide externally funded administrative research functions that include development and implementation of management and operational strategies. Serves as liaison with university’s department staff and faculty to meet research administration goals and objectives while complying with University, federal, state, and sponsor rules and regulations. The Sponsored Programs Administration Manager has the authority to formulate, affect, interpret, or implement management policies or operating practice.

The Sponsored Programs Administration Manager works in Sponsored Programs Administration in the Office of Research and Development at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Sponsored Programs Administration provides oversight and administrative support to investigators and departmental administrators throughout the life of sponsored projects to include submitting competitive proposals, negotiating agreements, and navigating the world of sponsored programs administration.

Essential Functions:

 *   Creates a cohesive work team that works collaboratively to achieve unit’s goals. Oversees the recruitment, performance, and training of team members and continually reviews strengths and weaknesses of staff to maintain a well-trained, highly involved, and motivated team.
 *   Manages review of grant and contract proposals to all sponsors for compliance with agency policies and procedures, University policies and procedures, and State of Maryland laws.
 *   Ensures strategic alignment with unit and campus wide goals/objectives. Develops metrics and associated quality assurance monitoring to evaluate ongoing functional programs and controls. Assists in compilation and preparation of unit analyses, trends, and reports.
 *   Sign grant and contract proposals on behalf of the University. Review and negotiate triaged agreements, and obtain signatures sending to Sponsor.
 *   Consult with University Counsel and the Technology Commercialization Office as needed to ensure that contract provisions are appropriate and sufficient.
 *   Answer questions from faculty and administrators about routing and processing applications and processing proposals. Educate faculty and administrators about sponsored programs issues. Meet with department or divisions to discuss sponsored programs.
 *   Review and maintain familiarity with current policies and procedures. Researches regulations and law related to awards, and ensures sponsored program personnel are aware of changes.
 *   Serves as primary liaison with funding agencies.
 *   Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
 Minimum Qualifications:

 *   Education:    Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or in a discipline appropriate to position is required.
 *   Experience:    Five (5) years of directly related administrative experience in the area of research administration.
 *   Supervisory:    Two (2) year of direct management responsibilities that involves recruitment, training, and professional development related to position required.
 *   Other:    Financial Disclosure is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 *   In depth knowledge of best practices pertaining to developing and administering research grant proposals and awards as well as all relevant federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and programs/policies for meeting compliance. Ability to maintain high standards with the work being performed and maintain awareness with trends and influences. Assumes personal responsibility for all outcomes; makes effective and timely decisions; and learns how to effectively use technology. Maintains productivity and uses knowledge strategies to increase knowledge base. Able to make independent decisions that are a matter of significance for the unit.
 *   Ability to continuously seek quality service and process improvements in order to support a mission and strategic vision. Strategic and analytical thinking skills with an ability to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to prioritize ongoing and new projects, as well as conduct research and gather information.
 *   Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage staff. Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Consultation and change management skills.
 *   Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Writes and presents information in a clear and concise way. Interprets and understands written information and is able to listen attentively to verbal and non-verbal cues that lead to a deeper understanding.
 *   Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrates professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others. Demonstrate pleasant and positive interactions with other to meet customer expectations, and provide follow up with customers. Reaches compromise and consensus to influence and negotiate. Remains calm and is able to manage conflict, and works well with a diverse workforce. Approachable style allows others to be open in sharing thoughts and ideas.

Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

If accommodations are needed for a disability, please contact Staffing & Career Services at 410-706-7171, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm EST. Maryland Relay can be accessed by dialing 711 (in-state) or 1-800-735-2258.

Primary Location
: US-MD-University of Maryland, Baltimore
Job
: Exempt Staff
Employee Class : Exempt Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Shift
: Day Job
Financial Disclosure: No
Organization
: Research & Development

Dennis J Paffrath, MBA
Assistant Vice President for Sponsored Programs Administration
University of Maryland, Baltimore
620 W. Lexington Street, 4th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-1101
xxxxxx@umaryland.edu<mailto:xxxxxx@umaryland.edu>

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