Sponsored Programs Director directs and oversees externally funded programs for a university/college such as research programs and scholarship programs. Responsible for managing the administrative activities of the program including identifying funding sources, acquiring funding, setting program policies and objectives, and allocating resources. Being a Sponsored Programs Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Sponsored Programs Director 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. To be a Sponsored Programs Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This role will oversee staff assignments, workload assessments and overall workflow within OSP and build staff expertise within the respective operational areas. The Associate Director will assess and monitor on-going education and policy updates as well as sponsor regulations and continuously improve how Nemours may best support the research faculty and team members as well as oversee process improvements and quality assurance within OSP. The role will serve as a liaison to facilitate coordination and compliance with key teams such as research finance, research accounting, research administration, IRB, IACUC, and COI from award set-up to close-out. Sponsors include federal, state & commercial and non-profit entities. Ensures high quality and minimum program costs by implementing and maintaining a quality management program and program metrics.
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