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Villanova University

Director of Research and Innovation

🇺🇸 Villanova, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Research

🗓️ July 3rd, 2025

IRB

Edtech.com's Summary

Villanova University is hiring a Director of Research and Innovation. The Director will support the College of Liberal Arts and Science's research portfolio by developing funding strategies, coordinating interdisciplinary programs, assisting with grant submission and execution, and fostering new research initiatives aligned with external funding opportunities.

Highlights
  • Develops research funding strategies in collaboration with the Associate Dean of Research (ADR).
  • Supports faculty in grant programs, project development, and mentorship.
  • Coordinates research efforts across departments, the College, University, and external partners.
  • Organizes faculty workshops on grant writing, research compliance, and safety protocols.
  • Supports undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers' projects and professional development.
  • Facilitates pursuit and administration of intellectual property and technology transfer.
  • Provides data and financial analysis on research metrics and expenditures.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in research administration, preferably in higher education.
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and possess strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Salary is commensurate with experience; full-time, exempt staff position within the Dean of Arts and Sciences department.