Director, Research Administration

　　Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=530035&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 530035

　　Work type: Staff Full-Time

　　Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

　　Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Grant or Research Administration

　　Department: 16010800 - LS-CLAS RESEARCH OFFICE

　　Classification Title:

　　Director, Research Administration

　　Job Description:

　　The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida (UF) is accepting applications for the position of Director, Research Administration, to lead its Research Administration Office through a period of significant expansion and beyond. The college is the heart of UF and home to the humanities, the social and behavioral sciences, and the physical, natural and mathematical sciences. It has over 800 faculty and receives over $40 million per year in funding from federal, state, and private sponsors. The Director of Research Administration will oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of a team of pre-award and post-award research administrators and fiscal processing and accounting staff. We seek an experienced Director who is attentive to prudent stewardship of sponsor resources in compliance with current best practices while fostering a culture of positive collaboration with faculty and staff in the wide variety of departments and centers served by the Research Administration Office. The successful candidate will report to the Associate Dean for Research and will work with university- and department-level offices to advance the UF’s research mission.

　　UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs, including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville (https://www.visitgainesville.com/) .

　　Expected Salary:

　　The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

　　Employment Benefits include:

　　Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability, and more.

　　Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.

　　Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.

　　UF Employees are also eligible for theGatorPerks discount program (https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/gatorperks/) , which provides big savings at various business and retailers!

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and eight years of experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Extensive knowledge of contract and grant management at the university and federal levels

　　Knowledge of accounting principles

　　Knowledge of databases

　　Knowledge of accounting systems

　　Knowledge of payroll/personnel procedures

　　Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint

　　Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

　　Ability to provide direction and disseminate policy and procedure effectively

　　Special Instructions to Applicants:

　　In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of at least three professional references.

　　Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

　　Health Assessment Required:No

　　Advertised: 22 Jan 2024 Eastern Standard Time

　　Applications close: 19 Feb 2024 Eastern Standard Time