University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Engineering Research Portfolio Manager
🇺🇸 Lincoln, NE
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $70K
💻 Project Management
🗓️ August 11th, 2025
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Engineering Research Portfolio Manager. This role directs research efforts for the College of Engineering, manages research centers and grant activities, collaborates with faculty and internal offices to support research funding, oversees financial approvals and distributions, and develops strategic research plans for the college.
Highlights
- Direct and oversee research efforts and centers in the College of Engineering (CoE).
- Manage pre- and post-award activities and proposal development.
- Coordinate with Associate Dean for Research (ADR) and represent CoE in research meetings.
- Identify and catalog faculty research areas; assist junior faculty with funding sources and proposal training.
- Serve as liaison between CoE faculty and offices like Sponsored Programs and NUtech Ventures.
- Approve financial aspects of proposals and oversee F&A distribution and state research funds.
- Manage internal grants including NRI, Tobacco Settlement Funds, VCR, Energy Center, IANR, and UNL/UNMC.
- Develop and implement annual and long-term strategic research plans for the college.
- Bachelor’s degree in business-related field and 5 years of grants/research management experience in a research-intensive educational institution required.
- Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, proficiency with Enterprise Data Warehouse, SAP, NuRamp, SIS plus, PSL, Sapphire, Firefly, and knowledge of public accounting.
- Salary starts at $70,032/year minimum.
- Position includes supervisory and managerial responsibilities and requires strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Criminal background check is required.
Engineering Research Portfolio Manager Full Description
Engineering Research Portfolio Manager
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, a list of references, and a mentorship statement as four (4) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
Working Title | Engineering Research Portfolio Manager
Department | College of Engineering-0907
Requisition Number | S_250623
Posting Open Date | 08/08/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 08/21/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Business and Fiscal Affairs, the Engineering Research Portfolio Manager will direct research efforts for the CoE, oversee current and developing research centers, including pre and post-award activity and proposal development. Will coordinate with the CoE Associate Dean for Research (ADR) in representing the CoE in research-related meetings, both internal and external to the College or UNL. Responsible for identifying and cataloging faculty research areas of emphasis and interests, utilizing the results to uncover complementary strengths. Coordinate efforts with junior faculty in identifying potential funding sources to support their research strengths and provide training on proposal submission. Serve as liaison between CoE faculty and the Office of Sponsored Programs, Research Responsibility, Proposal Development and NUtech Ventures. Responsible for providing financial cost share information to the ADR for the CoE. Responsible for the financial approval of all proposals submitted on behalf of the CoE. Will have oversight of the F&A distribution for the college, as well as for state funds assigned to research support. Responsible for NRI, Tobacco Settlement Funds, VCR, Energy Center, IANR, UNL/UNMC and other internal grants, to include proposal submissions, expenditures and reporting. Work closely with the ADR and college communications team on research communications for the CoE. Partner with chairs and center/school directors to strengthen research efforts at the unit level. Direct efforts in the design and establishment of internal controls. Develop and implement annual college research strategic plan and long-term strategic plans for College research unit. This position will be housed outside of the business center.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or closely related field. Five years of grants/research management experience in a large research-intensive educational institution, including administrative responsibilities and experience in a higher education functional office or business center. Grant management experience. Intense multi-tasking is essential. Must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, ability to work under pressure situations and deadlines, and the ability to work with challenging individuals in sensitive situations. Must have excellent management skills and the ability to build a cohesive team environment. Possess managerial and supervisory skills. Must have working knowledge of the following: organizational budgeting and accounting practices; techniques and procedures of financial research and analysis; and principles and processes involved in organizational planning and coordination. Demonstrated abilities to make mathematical computations, to conduct data queries and to apply budget instructions and regulations. Good technical, analytical, organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently. The ability to effectively display and exchange factual information and conclusions, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and to persuade individuals toward a particular course of action. Maintain a high level of professionalism in sensitive and stressful situations. Possess the ability to make high level decisions with minimum oversight while determining their potential impact to the college and university.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree and five years of grants/research management experience in a large research-intensive educational institution, including administrative responsibilities and experience in a higher education functional office or business center. Proficient with Enterprise Data Warehouse (formerly NuLook), SAP, NuRamp, SIS plus, PSL, Sapphire and Firefly. Prefer public accounting knowledge.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $70,032/year, minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, a list of references, and a mentorship statement as four (4) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jacki Allensworth
jallensworth2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
Department | College of Engineering-0907
Requisition Number | S_250623
Posting Open Date | 08/08/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 08/21/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work
Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Business and Fiscal Affairs, the Engineering Research Portfolio Manager will direct research efforts for the CoE, oversee current and developing research centers, including pre and post-award activity and proposal development. Will coordinate with the CoE Associate Dean for Research (ADR) in representing the CoE in research-related meetings, both internal and external to the College or UNL. Responsible for identifying and cataloging faculty research areas of emphasis and interests, utilizing the results to uncover complementary strengths. Coordinate efforts with junior faculty in identifying potential funding sources to support their research strengths and provide training on proposal submission. Serve as liaison between CoE faculty and the Office of Sponsored Programs, Research Responsibility, Proposal Development and NUtech Ventures. Responsible for providing financial cost share information to the ADR for the CoE. Responsible for the financial approval of all proposals submitted on behalf of the CoE. Will have oversight of the F&A distribution for the college, as well as for state funds assigned to research support. Responsible for NRI, Tobacco Settlement Funds, VCR, Energy Center, IANR, UNL/UNMC and other internal grants, to include proposal submissions, expenditures and reporting. Work closely with the ADR and college communications team on research communications for the CoE. Partner with chairs and center/school directors to strengthen research efforts at the unit level. Direct efforts in the design and establishment of internal controls. Develop and implement annual college research strategic plan and long-term strategic plans for College research unit. This position will be housed outside of the business center.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics or closely related field. Five years of grants/research management experience in a large research-intensive educational institution, including administrative responsibilities and experience in a higher education functional office or business center. Grant management experience. Intense multi-tasking is essential. Must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, ability to work under pressure situations and deadlines, and the ability to work with challenging individuals in sensitive situations. Must have excellent management skills and the ability to build a cohesive team environment. Possess managerial and supervisory skills. Must have working knowledge of the following: organizational budgeting and accounting practices; techniques and procedures of financial research and analysis; and principles and processes involved in organizational planning and coordination. Demonstrated abilities to make mathematical computations, to conduct data queries and to apply budget instructions and regulations. Good technical, analytical, organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently. The ability to effectively display and exchange factual information and conclusions, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and to persuade individuals toward a particular course of action. Maintain a high level of professionalism in sensitive and stressful situations. Possess the ability to make high level decisions with minimum oversight while determining their potential impact to the college and university.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree and five years of grants/research management experience in a large research-intensive educational institution, including administrative responsibilities and experience in a higher education functional office or business center. Proficient with Enterprise Data Warehouse (formerly NuLook), SAP, NuRamp, SIS plus, PSL, Sapphire and Firefly. Prefer public accounting knowledge.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No
Physical Required | No
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No
Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes
Posted Salary | $70,032/year, minimum
How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, a list of references, and a mentorship statement as four (4) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jacki Allensworth
jallensworth2@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
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