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Arizona State University is hiring a Research Advancement Manager. The role involves leading the research advancement team at the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks, integrating research support services, addressing pre- and post-award concerns, supervising staff, and directing administrative and operational initiatives to advance research programs and compliance.

Highlights

Lead administrative initiatives and research compliance in pre-award and post-award processes.
Provide research administration guidance and serve as liaison for sponsored research issues.
Supervise and mentor research advancement staff, conducting reviews and recommending promotions.
Manage development, preparation, and submission of research proposals and assist investigators through the proposal process.
Oversee agreements including NDAs, consortiums, and industry contracts, coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
Communicate policy changes and ensure faculty and staff compliance.
Required to have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with desired qualifications including five years of experience and two years of supervisory experience.
Experience in procurement, proposal submissions, contract negotiation, grant and contract administration, and working in a higher education setting.
Strong skills in communication, problem-solving, leadership, and knowledge of regulations related to research administration.
Salary range: $66,000 to $82,000 per year, dependent on experience.

Research Advancement Manager Full Description

Job Profile:Research Administration Manager 1

Job Family:Research Administration

Time Type:Full time

Max Pay - Depends on experience:$82,000.00 USD Annual

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Develops research programs within a division, center, or department, solicits research opportunities, develops policies and procedures, and has significant responsibility for the overall functioning and effectiveness of research studies.

Job Description:

The School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks (MSN) is seeking a talented individual to join the team and support the advancement of critical research initiatives. MSN is helping to discover and solve innovative technical issues that are transforming the manufacturing industry. The Research Advancement Manager (RAM) will aid in promoting and advancing meaningful research and will be responsible for leading the research advancement team at MSN.

This position is responsible for integrating research support services within the school and is the primary contact for any significant pre- and post-award concerns. This role is responsible for supervising the MSN research advancement staff and directs the planning, training, and implementation of administrative and operational initiatives pertaining to research administration.

This is a higher-career track position with opportunities to increase complexity based on job performance.

Position Salary Range:

$66,000 - $82,000 per year; DOE

Essential Duties:

Leadership

Leads new administrative initiatives impacting research administration and compliance.
Provides research administration specific guidance to leadership including pre- and post-award activities, requests, policies, and practices.
Serves as primary liaison and subject matter expert for resolution of issues related to sponsored research, strategic planning and implementation of MSN's research goals and objectives.
Directs operational initiatives and process in pre-award and post-award areas.
Monitor faculty finances for the school by examining financial reports.
Directs and implements policies and procedures related to pre-and post-award operations within MSN.
Leads the effort to develop workload performance indicators for comparison with benchmarking data in support of the School's and ASU's mission.

Personnel Management/Supervision

Responsible for personnel actions in accordance with university polices.
Conduct employee reviews and make recommendations on promotions and annual merit increases.
Supervise and mentor pre and post award research advancement staff to verify that all MSN and established ASU research processes are properly implemented.
Provide training, coaching, and development opportunities for team members.
Provide expert guidance and counsel to staff when issues, questions, or other matters arise relating to grants and contracts.
Evaluates work methods and procedures and sets clear team goals.
Fosters a positive team climate by working collaboratively.

Workload in Pre-Award/Proposal/Contractual Support

Responsible for development, preparation, and submission of research proposals.
Administrative resource to investigators; provide guidance and counsel during development and proposal submission.
Assists with post submission action items requested by the sponsor such as just-in-time requests, revised budgets, scope of work changes, and additional certifications.
Manages cost share, limited submissions, and internal funding initiatives.
Review and facilitate agreements such as NDAs, consortiums, and industry agreements.
Collaborate with researchers to understand their project needs and coordinate the contracting process across multiple stakeholders.

Communications

Communicates changes in policy/process and provide guidance to faculty and staff to ensure awareness and compliance.
Exercises the highest level of discretion in dealing with sensitive and/or confidential information concerning professional and personal issues.
Responds to requests timely using effective interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and methods.
Serve as a liaison between colleges, schools, departments, and research investigators in their interactions with ORSPA.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years' experience in any combination of the following areas: procurement (federal, state, or industrial), proposal submissions, contract negotiation, grant and contract administration and financial administration; which includes two years of supervisory experience.
Experience in taking initiative, diplomatic, proactive, effectively manages stressful situations.
Experience in work that requires attention to detail, organization, and time management.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with researchers and non-financial stakeholders.
Evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
Evidence of supervision including leadership, team coordination, and performance building.
Demonstrated knowledge of policies, regulations, and strategies pertaining to proposal, grants, and contracts administration.
Experience in working with large groups of faculty in the pre- and post-award context and with a variety of sponsors in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that is subject to quickly changing priorities and deadlines.
Experience working across multiple disciplines, in transdisciplinary environment.
Experience working in higher education.

Working Environment:

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting. Use office equipment including a desktop computer.
Lift up to 5 pounds.
Communicate to perform essential duties.
Work both independently and within a complex structured team.
Remote/hybrid/flexible work schedule possible based on specific conditions

Department Statement:

At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, we are delivering a world-class learning experience for our students and advancing research and innovation — all at scale. The Fulton Schools research enterprise leads use-inspired research and key national initiatives, including the Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, accelerating microelectronics and workforce development for the Department of Defense. We also lead the Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon Clean Energy Manufacturing Institute, supported by the Department of Energy, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen manufacturing. As the lead institution for the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency, we enhance homeland security operations through advanced tools and technologies. Additionally, we lead an NSF Engineering Research Center developing sustainable civil infrastructure and partner with another ERC advancing clean water technology.

The Fulton Schools hosts numerous research centers that leverage faculty expertise to drive engineering innovation and entrepreneurship across four interdisciplinary impact areas: Climate Technology Solutions, Competitive Manufacturing in an Advanced Economy, National and Economic Security, and Technology-Enhanced Health and Medicine. Our faculty are achieving excellence at scale, positioning the Fulton Schools among the nation's top engineering colleges for invention disclosures, U.S. patents, and startups.

We are an engineering school on the rise at the nation's most innovative university, situated in the heart of its fastest-growing metropolitan area. The breadth of our faculty's research interests and interdisciplinary approach, along with over 50 graduate and 27 undergraduate degree programs, creates a strong foundation for collaboration and the advancement of ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and livable global future.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering follows a framework of values designed to distinguish our practice and guide daily decisions in our academic, research, corporate engagement and entrepreneurial endeavors. These values influence how we recognize, reward and communicate our achievements. At the Fulton Schools of Engineering, we:

- Cultivate excellence.

- Deliver innovation that matters.

- Encourage bold thinking.

- Foster a community of learning and collaboration.

- Build a foundation for all to be successful.

Driving Requirement:Driving is not required for this position.

Location:Campus: Polytechnic

Funding:No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

Cover letter
Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

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Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

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