Executive Director, Research Administration Job at Confidential, Coral Gables, FL

NGR5RmM5cHExcG9ldzIvcWdXWW9neUN2S2c9PQ==
  • Confidential
  • Coral Gables, FL

Job Description

Executive Director, Research Administration

About the Company

Well-known private research university

Industry
Hospital & Health Care

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1925

Employees
5001-10,000

Categories

  • Education
  • Colleges & Universities
  • University of Miami

Specialties

  • education
  • university
  • careers
  • undergraduate
  • research
  • graduate
  • college
  • school
  • miami
  • higher ed
  • innovation
  • degrees
  • sports
  • football
  • faculty
  • staff
  • students
  • diversity
  • news
  • inclusion
  • academic
  • and academia

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director for its Office of Research Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and management of the office's mission across multiple campuses. This includes pre-award, post-award, and strategic initiatives divisions. The Executive Director will partner with academic and departmental leadership, and grant/contract staff to ensure a transparent and accountable research administration organization that supports the research mission. Key responsibilities include providing grants management expertise, coordinating award processes, directing and submitting proposals, monitoring compliance, and overseeing the preparation of various reports. The role also involves developing strategic initiatives, maintaining relationships with Federal representatives, and supervising a team to accomplish the office's goals. Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a Master's degree in Law, Business, or Public Administration highly preferred. A minimum of 10 years' of relevant experience, including prior staff management in a research administration setting, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven customer service orientation, thorough knowledge of sponsored program regulations, and expertise in proposal preparation, contracting accounting, and finance principles. Proficiency in research and grant administration software, Microsoft Office, and federal web-based grants management systems is essential. The role demands excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to lead, motivate, and train a team. The candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Hiring Manager Title
Associate Vice President for Research Administration

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • CEO/President
  • Non-Profit Management
  • Operations
  • General Management
  • Strategy
Confidential

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office,

Similar Jobs

Our Lady Star of the Sea Church 0433

Substitute Teacher- Our Lady, Star of the Sea - Solomons, Maryland Job at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church 0433

 ...Job Description Job Description Our Lady, Star of the Sea Catholic School in Solomons, Maryland is hiring a substitute teacher for the 2025-26 school year. This role will report to the Principal and the salary is $40,000 to $45,000 Please forward your resume... 

Product Madness

Mobile Developer Job at Product Madness

 ...Job Description We are looking for a mobile developer to join one of our game development teams. In this role you will be part of a team responsible for the development of exciting new features for our next flagship title at Product Madness. As a developer youll... 

CHRISTUS Health

Laboratory Supervisor, Clinical Lab Scientist Job at CHRISTUS Health

Job Description Description Summary: This Job meets the minimum CLIA qualifications of a Laboratory General Supervisor, and under the direction of the Laboratory Director and/or Laboratory Manager, coordinates and manages the day-to-day operations of their specific...

MasterTech

Diesel Truck Trailer Mechanic Job at MasterTech

 ...Job Description Job Description Diesel Truck and Trailer Mechanics are needed in Carlin, Nevada to join a national fleet. This opening provides an opportunity for growth, training, and advancement. Compensation: $27.00 - $38.00/hour + shift differential... 

Cognizant

Workbrain WFM Tech Architect - 00064784351 Job at Cognizant

Job Description About the role The Technology Architect will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing Workday HCM solutions focusing on Absence Management and Security. With a strong background in Workday tools and processes the candidate will drive efficiency...