Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Job Posting Number
S567
Position Title
Director of Undergraduate Research
Class Title
Regular or Contingent II
Contingent II (more than 6 mos)
Desired Start Date
FLSA
Exempt
Salary Range
$95,000 - $110,000
Open Date
01/14/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
PURPOSE : With oversight from the Office of the Provost, the
Director will provide leadership, critical program management, and
administrative services for undergraduate research to students and
faculty at Bowie State University. He/She will be the primary
administrator responsible for the organization and functioning of
the undergraduate research program in all departments. The Director
will work with faculty and staff, undergraduate advisors, and
students on departmental and University policies concerning the
undergraduate research program. The goal of this position is to
scale up undergraduate research on campus, foster excellence, and
attract world-class talent to innovate and prepare our students for
research leadership in the future.
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited
to:
- Actively engage in the development of the research ecosystem
and infrastructure.
Develop a vision to expand and improve undergraduate research
and creative opportunities across the university.
Provide support to undergraduate students, graduate student
mentors, and faculty involved in research across the
university.
Support undergraduate students in finding research
opportunities and guiding them through the competitive landscape of
STEM PhD program admissions.
Develop new programs, collaborate with research mentors, and
lead outreach efforts to on- and off-campus partners.
Collaborate with faculty leaders and senior administrators to
direct, plan, develop, and administer programs and resources that
support both students and faculty who are involved in the research
programs that reflect community and industry needs and
expectations.
Secure funding from federal, state, national, and international
agencies and companies to enhance the research infrastructure and
fund undergraduate research and dissemination through publications
and conferences.
Manage and scale up across the campus the Course-based
Undergraduate Research Experiences ( CURE ), the Summer and
Semester-Based Undergraduate Research Institute ( SURI ), and
supervise full-time staff.
Assist with identifying undergraduate research opportunities,
scholarships, and fellowships.
Participate in and represent the university at external
meetings and be involved with the Council on Undergraduate
Research.
Collect and analyze data to effectively assess undergraduate
research programs and their impact.
Coordinate events, celebrations, and symposia related to
undergraduate research.
Develop and conduct workshops and outreach activities related
to undergraduate research programs.
Oversee internal undergraduate grant applications, and award
processes, and manage undergraduate research ambassador and peer
mentor programs.
Participate in local and national conferences and workshops
related to undergraduate programs.
Develop and maintain undergraduate research project
database.
Serve on various committees as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Master’s Degree is required.
- A PhD is preferred.
Experience
- At least five years of related experience, preferably within a
university setting, or an equivalent combination of experiences,
education, and training.
- Experience and proven success in securing and managing grants
and contracts
- Experience in student support services, advising, or program
support
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Possess a broad understanding of undergraduate research and
creative scholarship across academic disciplines.
- Demonstrate success in project and people management, and
cultivate relationships with faculty and staff from diverse
academic disciplines.
- Possess strong written and oral communication skills and be
comfortable giving public presentations.
- Articulate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion and illustrate how they have advocated and expanded
research experiences for underrepresented student populations.
Conditions of Employment
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of
a criminal background check.
Please be advised, COVID -19 vaccinations are not required but
encouraged for faculty and staff to be employed at Bowie State
University. This protocol is subject to change.
Other
Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term
disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life
insurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paid
holidays per year, tuition remission and supplemental
retirement.
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/postings/3374
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you hold a Master's degree?
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Curriculum Vitae
