Manager, Research Program Development & Grants

EXTENSION: The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is the outreach organization for the land grant mission of Alabama A&M University and Auburn University. Its educational programs grow from these two land grant university campuses to serve the people of Alabama. Science-based educational programs are delivered that enable people to improve their quality of life and economic well-being. Information and programs are available online or in person through all 67 County Extension Offices and at teaching sites throughout Alabama communities. For more information, please see https://www.aces.edu/.

Essential Functions

• Reviews and corrects documentation for compliance with University, legal, cost account accounting standards, and other State, Federal, or sponsor guidelines.
• Coordinates and manages efforts with research support units as needed - The Office of Research Security, Office of Compliance, and the Office of Contracts and Grants Accounting.
• Serves as a liaison with the Office of Sponsored Programs on post award activities such as no cost extensions, contract modifications, additional funding executions, and budget revisions.
• Prepares and manages documentation efforts to facilitate workflow to ensure timely submission of research proposals to external funding resource entities.
• Trains and manages new and existing employees within ACES in proposal development, electronic research administration, internal processes and procedures, external funding agency requirements and research award management.
• Identifies continuing education and professional development opportunities for current staff.
• Assists in the development of training opportunities including in-person training. The position would help design and implement training strategies for faculty and staff related to proposal processes.
• Develops and coordinates efforts to engage with external grant agencies and research providers designed to enhance the college/school's knowledge of research opportunities. Researches and identifies grant opportunities that support programs and initiatives.
• Develops competitive grant proposals to foundations, state, and federal funding agencies.
• Oversees and assists with writing, editing, and proofreading text of contracts and grants including reorganizing content for better flow, rewording for clarity, and editing to comply with style guidelines.
• Coordinates the development of interdepartmental proposals. Monitors funded grants, including record management of the department.
• Supervise and provide guidance to a Grants Specialist, overseeing their recruitment, training, and professional development to ensure efficient management of the organization's grant portfolio.
• Supports other activities that may arise aimed at increasing productivity in strategic areas and external funding opportunities.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in field appropriate to the position.
• At least 5 years of experience in developing research opportunities, grant preparation, grant accounting with progressively increasing levels of responsibility and accountability.

Desired Qualifications

• A Master's degree is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience supervising full-time employees.

Salary Range: $57,740-$98,160

Job Category: Executive/Director/Management

City position is located in
Auburn

State position is located
AL

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