Research Support Administrator
Required Qualification:
- A master’s degree in business administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing federal, state, and/or private grants and contracts, particularly with federal granting agencies such as NIH.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as demonstrated at an extensive proficiency level.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing a diverse research portfolio.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the management of collaborative research, including with external and/or federal partners.
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Ability to travel, including international travel, valid driver's license, and ability to meet UI fleet safety standards.
- Previous experience working in clinical trials, including writing multi-center clinical trial grant proposals.
- Demonstrated experience in the support and management of cross-functional teams.
- Experience preparing and submitting federal, state, and/or private grants and contracts.
- Extensive knowledge of university policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Evidence of success in working with multiple groups of people including granting agencies
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
