Associate Director, Research and Proposal - College Station, United States - Texas A&M University System Offices

Texas A&M University System Offices
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Job Title
Associate Director, Research and Proposal Development


Agency
Texas A&M University System Offices


Department
Vice Chancellor For Research


Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate


Job Location
College Station, Texas


Job Type
Staff


The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 11 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus.

The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.


The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.


Salary:

Commensurate with experience.


Job Description Summary:


Responsibilities:


Strategic Leadership (20%):


Collaborate with the Director of Research and Proposal Development to develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance research competitiveness and funding success.

Provide guidance on identifying funding opportunities, cultivating collaborations, and building interdisciplinary research teams. Contribute to the development and execution of departmental goals and performance metrics.

Proposal Development (40%):
Provide expert guidance and support to faculty and researchers in the development of competitive research proposals. Facilitate proposal planning meetings, assist with project conceptualization, and coordinate proposal development timelines. Offer strategic advice on proposal content, including research design, methodology, budget development, and compliance requirements. Review and critique proposal drafts to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with funding agency guidelines. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather supporting documentation and resources for proposals.

Mentorship and Training (30%):
Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to faculty and staff engaged in research proposal development.

Offer training workshops, seminars, and one-on-one consultations on best practices in proposal writing, funding agency requirements, and research administration processes.

Foster a collaborative and supportive environment for research development within the department and across the university system.

Other Duties as Assigned (10%):
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Research and Proposal Development.


Education and Experience:


  • Master's degree in an applicable field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Eight years of experience in research proposal development, project management, or a related field.

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:


  • Expertise in research design, proposal development, and project management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problemsolving abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced, deadlinedriven environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research administration software.
  • Ability to multitask and work collaboratively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Prefer a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience working in a higher education or research institution setting.
  • Demonstrated success in securing external research funding.

Other Requirements:

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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