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Tulane University      Office of Human Resources

Description for Job:   IRC29767
Director, Research Administration Service Unit
Research Administration Service Unit, School of Medicine
Location:  New Orleans, LA
Summary
Tulane University is a distinguished R1 institution with a 190-year legacy of groundbreaking medical research. With an annual awarded research portfolio exceeding $85M a year, the Tulane University School of Medicine is at the forefront of cutting-edge basic sciences and clinical research. 
The University is currently undergoing a major organizational change – moving research administration out of the traditional, siloed structure and into shared Research Administration Service Units (RASUs). As we embark on this initiative, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead the Research Administration Service Unit for the School of Medicine (RASU SOM). RASU SOM is the largest RASU in the University and involves complex grants and contracts. 
Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Research Administration, the Director of RASU SOM directly leads, manages, and supervises staff performing pre- and post-award support activities for the sponsored projects research portfolio for their assigned departments, divisions, centers, or school. The Director is responsible for team building and problem-solving with a new team in a new organizational structure. They must be highly focused and able to prioritize complex projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
The ideal candidate for this position is an ethical, emotionally intelligent individual who can exercise high-level decision-making skills. They must be able to apply rules and regulations in a consistent but appropriately flexible way to meet the needs of faculty researchers and the University, while remaining in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. They should have extensive knowledge of research administration, including knowledge of the translational arc and funding mechanisms. 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of federal rules and regulations relating to research grant and/or contract activity
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures relating to grant and contracts activity
• Knowledge of University processes, systems and offices related to and/or involved in grant and contract submission and management
• High-level interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to analyze data and formulate conclusions
• Ability to influence and motivate direct reports
• Ability to assign and prioritize duties across staff
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks simultaneously
• Ability to create verbal and written reports• Proficient use of computers; requires solid working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
Required Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor's Degree, 7 years effective work-related grants and contracts management, and 3 years of direct supervisory and management experience
OR
• High School Diploma/equivalent and 13 years of direct experience
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s Degree
Compensation Information
This position is classified as "exempt, salaried" and is assigned to pay grade 28. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay . See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
How to Apply
 
This position will close on the date it is filled
 
Please Note: Depending on your role and the department in which you work, you may be expected to adhere to COVID-19 requirements, such as vaccinations and booster shots.
 
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