1890 Associate Research Director

Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University•Normal, AL

About The Position

The College of Agriculture, Life, and Natural Sciences (CALNS) at Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University is hiring an 1890 Associate Research Director for a 12-month administrative position within CALNS. The position is full-time and benefits-eligible, and is expected to begin no later than Spring 2027. It reports to the CALNS Dean & 1890 Research Director. The Associate Research Director supports and increases the scholarly activities of 1890 Research faculty and students, including McIntire-Stennis research, and develops strategic partnerships with other institutions of higher learning, government, and industry. The role provides administrative leadership and supervision, supports research training and development, promotes sound fiscal practices for federally funded research, and helps ensure compliance with university, state, and federal requirements. It also provides leadership to align programs with USDA strategic priorities and represents the Dean/1890 Research Director in external and committee-related matters.

Requirements

Ph.D. in a field related to cooperative research services, preferably agriculture, from an accredited university.
At least three years of experience as an administrator.
Evidence of successful administration and supervision of Evans-Allen and/or McIntire-Stennis projects.
Ability to lead, work, and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, agencies, and institutions.
Demonstrated leadership abilities, including effective interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to people, manage resources, and delegate responsibilities and proportionate authority.
Ability to supervise others effectively, think creatively to resolve problems and propose changes, and demonstrate excellence in written and oral communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading a research unit.
A Ph.D. in agriculture.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Dean/1890 Research Director, provide administrative leadership and supervision to support the training, development, and work of faculty and students, including those at the Winfred Thomas Agriculture Research Station (WTARS) and the Small Farmers Research Center (SFRC).
Work with the Office of Sponsored Programs and Budget Office to ensure that 1890 federally funded research follows sound budget and fiscal practices.
Promote and expand the CALNS research mission by increasing and supporting scholarly activities of faculty, students, partners, and collaborators.
Guide and lead faculty through collaboration, professional enhancement programs, and assistance in seeking and obtaining extramural funding.
Help ensure compliance with AAMU regulations and policies and state and federal laws, including Civil Rights and IACUC requirements.
Provide data and prepare reports to meet university, state, federal, and external stakeholder requirements.
Carry out other administrative responsibilities delegated by the Dean/1890 Research Director.
Provide leadership to align programs with USDA strategic priorities and the direction set by USDA and CALNS.
Represent the Dean/1890 Research Director with units external to the College and on committees or task forces concerning 1890 land-grant research.