Associate Director (HEA) - Grant Office

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting the Director of Research Administration, the Associate Director will have the following responsibilities:

· Reviewing publications and funding websites for research and dissemination of information and policies on government and private sector grant availability; secures guidelines for application for grants for research and institutional purposes.

· Monitor publications and websites like the Federal Register, NIH Guide, and websites of governmental and private agencies that report funding opportunities.

· Supporting the Director in maintaining contacts with federal, state, local and non-governmental sponsors.

· Advise faculty on the development of grant and contract proposals, including necessary communication with other Hunter College offices and RF-CUNY.

· Advise grant applicants in proposal preparation and budget.

· Coordinate and assist in grant proposal submission.

· Coordinate and assist in grant-writing workshops and trainings for faculty.

· Supervise ORA staff in monitoring and ensuring compliance with research regulations and all aspects of responsible conduct of research.

· Maintain communications with other Hunter units, including Environmental Health and Safety, the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, The Human Research Protection Program and helps these units with regulatory matters.

· Coordinate with RF-CUNY on business and human resource functions of our research projects.

· Coordinate with the Director on contract terms, budget and budget revisions as needed in communication with funding agencies.

· Prepare statistical information, analyze funding data and prepare reports as needed by the ORA, the Office of the Provost, Finance, and RF-CUNY.

· Work closely with college leadership to grow and enhance the research infrastructure.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and six years' relevant experience required.

Ideal candidate will have 10 years of related experience is required. A Ph.D. or administrative higher degree is welcomed.

Equivalent experience assisting, supporting and conducting sponsored research programs.

Experience in contract and grant administration, including pre-award, submission and post award processes.

Applicants with CRA (Certified Research Administrator) designation from the Research Administrators Certification Council are especially welcomed to apply. Applicant must be willing to commit to working towards CRA designation.

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage administrative operations and use critical thinking skills.

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels and in sensitive situations.

Must have experience with legal requirements and issues surrounding intellectual property, access to research results, research ethics and compliance with research and safety regulations.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages administrative and program activities of an academic or administrative unit.

• Manages administrative aspects of department operations such as admissions, recruitment, scheduling, facilities management, and events.

• Serves as Office Manager, supervising and training staff, managing financial operations and budgets, and coordinating technology, equipment, security, and building maintenance requirements.

• Represents management in meetings and activities related to department administration.

• Maintains archives, inventories, or collections of materials or records needed by the department.

• Works with fund-raising, marketing, technology, and other personnel to provide information and participate in Campus or University-wide initiatives.

• Collect information for, produce, and distribute department reports covering program, fiscal, and human resources issues

• Independently carries out unit activities such as approvals, student interactions, and participation in campus- or university-wide committees and projects.

Job Title Name: Administrative Manager

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Associate

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience, within a range of $96,602 to $107,789.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment. To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS and in SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 28471.

Click on the "APPLY NOW" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters – also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï , –, _ or ç)).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please include:

• Cover Letter and/ or Statement of scholarly interests

• Curriculum Vitae/ Resume

• Names and contact information of 3 references

(Upload all above listed documents ¿ as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.)

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on June 18, 2024. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open. The search will stay open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

28471

Location

Hunter College