Assistant Director, Pre-Award Services

University of Hartford • West Hartford, CT

49d • $58,024 - $77,000

About The Position

Assumes responsibility for assisting faculty and staff in identifying external funding opportunities, providing technical assistance in the development and submission of grant and/or contract proposals as well as monitoring compliance with institutional and funder requirements to assure proper stewardship of funds. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must be willing to obtain a Certificate of Research Administration (CRA) or Certificate of Pre-Award Administration (CPRA).
• The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a primary Authorized Organizational Representative of the University, collaborates with faculty and staff (Principal Investigators) on the development and submission of grant and/or contract proposals. Reviews proposals for accuracy and compliance with University policies. Works closely with institutional constituents to monitor compliance with funder guidelines.
• Proactively performs outreach to and meets with faculty members to ensure they are connected with OSP and have the tools necessary to seek grants. Prospects grant opportunities in response to faculty requests.
• Develops and executes strategies designed to increase institutional capacity for securing awards from funding agencies. Establishes and maintains systems designed to stay abreast of funding initiatives and institutional priorities as well as to identify and target appropriate funding opportunities to meet faculty and staff interests. Disseminates information on opportunities, trends, and initiatives.
• Establishes, cultivates and maintains effective working relationships with Financial Accounting Services and the Office of Development and Alumni Affairs. Works alongside the Assistant Director, Post-Award Services to provide technical assistance and training to funded Principal Investigators in the administration and management of their grant awards as well as assistance with crafting requests to funders for post-award modifications.
• Manages, analyzes, and compiles reports documenting the University's progress in the submission of proposals. Keeps senior management abreast of government and foundation grant activity.
• Attends and participates in professional development opportunities, which may include the activities of national, regional and local professional organizations. Represents the University with key internal and external constituents and stakeholders in an effort to effectively collaborate on grant opportunities. Serves on committees that have the potential to translate into proposals for grants or contracts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees