Florida State University-posted 3 months ago
Full-time
Tallahassee, FL
Educational Services

Department Research Development within the Office of Research seeks to fill the Program Director, Strategic Research Advancement position. This position is responsible for shepherding large, multidisciplinary, and/or center level proposals from conception through submission. This position will work closely with established faculty to align research with agency priorities and keep the proposal preparation on track for a timely and quality submission. They will lead, guide, and establish strong and successful groups. They will develop and execute strategies, manage resources, and coordinate internal teams to ensure the proposal is compelling and compliant, ultimately leading to a successful award. This position will provide competitive intelligence by analyzing current programs, assessing the funding landscape, and evaluating the feasibility of successful grant acquisition. They will identify key factors for securing funding and establishing strategic partnerships essential for proposal success. Additionally, this position will engage with deans, department chairs, and central administration to gain insight into priority areas for large-scale, strategic research centers at FSU. This position will supervise one FTE who will assist with large proposal preparation. Also performs other duties as assigned related to strategic research advancement at Florida State University, including serving on or leading university committees.

  • Shepherd large, multidisciplinary, and/or center level proposals from conception through submission.
  • Work closely with established faculty to align research with agency priorities.
  • Keep proposal preparation on track for timely and quality submission.
  • Lead, guide, and establish strong and successful groups.
  • Develop and execute strategies, manage resources, and coordinate internal teams.
  • Ensure proposals are compelling and compliant, leading to successful awards.
  • Provide competitive intelligence by analyzing current programs and funding landscape.
  • Evaluate feasibility of successful grant acquisition.
  • Identify key factors for securing funding and establishing strategic partnerships.
  • Engage with deans, department chairs, and central administration for insights.
  • Supervise one FTE who will assist with large proposal preparation.
  • Perform other duties related to strategic research advancement.
  • Bachelor's degree and six years of experience in a related science or research services field; or a high school diploma/equivalent and ten years of related experience.
  • A combination of post high school education and experience equal to ten years.
  • Master's or Ph.D.
  • At least two years of demonstrated success leading strategic or complex grant initiatives.
  • Experience aligning initiatives with university priorities.
  • Strong expertise in consensus building and team dynamics.
  • Robust Total Rewards package including Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
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