Arkansas at Pine Bluff, University of

Arkansas at Pine Bluff, University of

Director, Office of Sponsored Programs

Fayetteville, AR, USA · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 22 days ago
AccountingRecruitingHRHRISResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingInternal Audit

About the role

  • You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
  • Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
  • As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain strong partnership and coordination with the Director, Campus Research Services, to support enterprise-wide business processes and performance goals.
  • Provide direct leadership and support to the Director of Pre-Award, Director of Research Contracting, and Director of Post-Award units.
  • Ensure leaders effectively manage their respective operations in alignment with standardized processes and service expectations.
  • Partner with the Director, Campus Research Services and Director, Research Integrity and compliance to ensure that all sponsored programs activities comply with applicable federal, state, and sponsor regulations.
  • Partner closely with Campus Research Services (CRS), other ORA units, and college/department units to deliver a coordinated, seamless, "faculty-first" experience across the research lifecycle.
  • Support development of tools, guidance, and training that improve faculty engagement and administrative efficiency.
  • Maintain clear, well-documented policies and procedures across all OSP functions.
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining a strong partnership with CRS leadership and campus units to optimize business process workflows, system use, and service delivery.
  • The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds

Requirements

  • At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in research administration across pre-award, contracting, and post-award functions at an R1 University
  • Strong working knowledge of federal regulations and sponsor requirements
  • Experience with research financial management and accounting principles
  • Required checks are identified in the position listing.
  • Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
  • Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing multiple functional units and leaders

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree in accounting, business, or public administration
  • Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or equivalent certification
  • Familiarity with electronic research administration and financial systems (e.g., Cayuse, Workday, InfoEd, or similar)
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Skills

  • Strong operational leadership and execution skills
  • Ability to drive accountability across multiple functions
  • Deep understanding of sponsored programs lifecycle operations, including contracting and research accounting
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Commitment to compliance, service excellence, and continuous improvement
  • Operational Leadership & Execution
  • Translate institutional strategy into effective operational practices across OSP units.
  • Ensure consistent, efficient, and compliant execution of sponsored programs processes.
  • Align staffing, workflows, and service delivery with institutional priorities and research growth.
  • Functional Leadership (Pre-Award, Contracting, Post-Award)
  • Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and accountability for each unit leader.

Compensation

  • Required Documents to Apply:
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents:
  • Proof of Veteran Status
  • Recruitment Contact Information:
  • Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu
  • All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Benefits

  • Commensurate with education and experience
  • If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation.

Equal opportunity

  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.
  • equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Sponsorship Available:
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