Job Details
This ad is expired.
- Research Opportunity Development Lead
- Go to our website »
Research Opportunity Development Lead
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Department: Research Solutions Institute
Position Status: Administrative Exempt Positions
Basic Function:
Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites applications for a Research Opportunity Development Lead position to support the growth in research. Reporting to the Vice Provost for Research (VPR), the Research Opportunity Development Lead (RODL) helps identify, develop, implement and manage programs and services designed to support the research initiatives outlined in the Strategic Plan and increase the competitiveness of proposals for extramural funding, with an emphasis on development of large-scale interdisciplinary activities.
The RODL position is part of a strategic initiative to strengthen the research infrastructure at WPI and will be part of the newly established Research Solutions Institute (RSI). The RODL will participate in the expansion of existing disciplinary and multi-disciplinary programs and the development of new initiatives, working with teams of faculty to develop strategies for multi-million dollar programs.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Strengthens the institutional infrastructure for promoting interdisciplinary research and proposal development across the Institute.
Advises faculty on federal and other funding opportunities and coordinates the establishment of faculty teams to develop and submit competitive proposals.
Focuses on building a portfolio of sponsorship from diverse sources, including industry and maps faculty strengths to key sponsor initiatives.
Develops and maintains relationships with federal and non-federal extramural sponsors in support of research development efforts.
Works closely with Sponsored Programs Accounting and Intellectual Property and Innovation to develop and deliver training workshops.
Participates in VPR and WPI-wide working groups and committees to identify and develop resources that support research
Position Requirements
Posting Date: 12/11/2017
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
EEO Information:
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity and collaboration, inclusion, problem solving and change making.
Criminal Background Check Statement:
A pre-employment criminal records check is required.
To apply, visit: https://careers.wpi.edu/postings/5208
Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
jeid-0b4c0a504c2e7d4e849f39756d00b597