Research and Development Manager manages and directs the research and development programs to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new products. Develops and implements research and development procedures and techniques. Being a Research and Development Manager oversees complex research projects, analyzes results and provides recommendations based on findings. Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures they are on time and within budget. Additionally, Research and Development Manager may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a head of unit/director. The Research and Development Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Research and Development Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Requisition Number | S3388P |
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Home Org Name | Education Administration |
Division Name | College of Education |
Position Title | Manager of Research Program Development & Grants |
Job Class Code | HC92 |
Appointment Status | Full-time |
Part-time FTE | |
Limited Term | No |
Limited Term Length | |
Job Summary | Auburn University's College of Education is home to innovative thinkers and doers, working together to meet society's education and health challenges, building better futures for all. Our thriving research environment equips faculty, staff, and students to discover real-world solutions and impact in people's lives. To support the college's broad research initiatives, the College of Education at Auburn University is recruiting a Manager of Research Program Development and Grants. This position will report to the Assistant Dean for Research and will play a crucial role in research proposal development and administration. Responsible for providing primarily research development activities and completing pre-award directives, the manager will serve as the college's point of contact for all pre-award functions including serving as the supervisor for the college's pre-award Contracts and Grants Specialist.
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Minimum Qualifications |
Education: Bachelor's Degree in field applicable to the position. Experience: 5 Years of experience in developing research opportunities, grant preparation, grant accounting with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability. Must have at least 1 year of experience supervising full-time employees. Substitutions allowed for Education: Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed. Substitutions allowed for Experience: Indicated experience is required; no substitutions allowed. |
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Minimum License and Certifications | None Required. |
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Salary Range | $54,400 - $92,500 |
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Job Category | Executive/Director/Management |
Working Hours if Non-Traditional | |
City position is located in: | Auburn |
State position is located: | AL |
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Posting Date | 02/13/2024 |
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EEO Statement | Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. |
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