Director of Sponsored Programs
Southeast Missouri State University

Primary Responsibilities
· Develop, obtain, and monitor externally funded grants and contracts
awarded to the University
· Promote research by assisting faculty and staff to obtain external funding
from local, state, and federal agencies
· Provide technical assistance in proposal preparation, submission, and
project administration phases
· Disseminate to faculty and staff information on potential funding sources
and communicate research information to the general university community
· Provide faculty and staff opportunities for skill and knowledge
development via workshops and training sessions
· Develop and maintain productive relationships with public funding
agencies, private philanthropic organizations, and businesses
· Management of grant and contract negotiation and coordination with
individuals responsible for post award activities
· Provide oversight for federal, state, and university compliance issues
related to sponsored programs
· Serve as Ex-Officio member of the Grants and Research Funding Committee

Required Qualifications
· Earned Doctorate
· Administrative experience in grants office related to sponsored research
in higher education
· Demonstrable record of grants/contracts procurement
· Knowledge of grant accounting practices and budgetary requirements of
federal agencies
· Ability to work with faculty from diverse disciplines
· Knowledge of university administrative and governance processes
· Strong computer skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Demonstrated understanding of and strong commitment to customer service
orientation
· Demonstrated understanding of and strong commitment to cultural diversity

Preferred Qualifications
· Successful administrative experience at director-level (or higher) of
research office within an institution of higher learning
· Ability to supervise a professional staff
· Strong background in statistical analysis

Minimum Compensation: Commensurate with education and experience. In
addition, the University provides an excellent benefits package.

Application Deadline: August 14, 1998.  Anticipated starting date is October
1, 1998.

To apply, send a letter of interest addressing all position requirements, a
current resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three professional
references to Debbi Cecil Robinson, Personnel Officer, Personnel Office,
Southeast Missouri State University, One University Plaza, Cape Girardeau,
MO  63701.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, M/F, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Mike (Spanky) McCallister, Ph.D.
Director, Sponsored Programs
Southeast Missouri State University
One University Plaza
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
 (V) 573.651.2196
 (F) 573.651.2001
xxxxxx@SEMOVM.SEMO.EDU

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