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About The Position

Requirements

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business, Business Administration, Science, Engineering, or related field and 5 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for program management; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience
• Working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of private and government translational funding sources, such as the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)
• Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with federal grant programs and their funding sources
• Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, apply word processing software, spreadsheet software, and database software
• Ability to understand new technologies at the conceptual level to envision potential commercial uses and appreciate any competitive advantage(s) over existing solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team as needed
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks, and to complete tasks on time and with attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Master's or higher degree(s) in Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Science, Life Science, or Medicine
• At least 2 years of experience in developing grant proposals and meeting grant outcomes
• Working knowledge of the innovation ecosystems around the University of Hawai‘i and the State of Hawai`i
• Experience working with faculty, researchers and students in academic settings

Responsibilities

• Manage program/project implementation
• Assist with monitoring research projects
• Meet regularly with Principal Investigators and team members
• Develop and maintain operational support databases and program management tools
• Provide support for program-level data collection, entry, analysis and communication
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and instructional guidance related to state and federal rules, laws and regulations
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across internal and external stakeholders
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students on program policies, compliance requirements, and reporting expectations
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports, metrics, and program outcomes to leadership and funding agencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Commensurate with education and experience