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Associate Director of Research Development for Science and Engineering

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Position description

The Research Development division in the Office of Research at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) seeks an Academic Coordinator to serve as Associate Director of Research Development for Science and Engineering.

The Associate Director advises faculty and researchers in science and engineering on funding opportunities and strategic planning for extramural research proposals. The main focus of efforts are 1) single investigator proposals from early career faculty, 2) major large scale, multidisciplinary and/or multi-investigator research projects, and 3) training, institutional program development, and outreach proposals focused in engineering and the sciences. The Associate Director serves as a strategic funding advisor and proposal reviewer for early career faculty in science and engineering in developing competitive proposals to grow their research programs. The Associate Director works with faculty to facilitate the preparation of successful major grant applications, including the coordination of large multi-investigator, multi-disciplinary research proposals. This position develops workshops to support proposal development, and understands how campus priorities and information needs fit into the larger national education, research, and funding contexts in order to provide advice to faculty and researchers.

This position is an integral part of the Research Development team, and reports to the Director of Research Development. It requires an academic with a broad, interdisciplinary base of understanding of research and scholarship, the ability to communicate collegially and knowledgeably with faculty in an array of disciplines, and experience in grant and/or proposal writing. The Associate Director maintains contact with UC system-wide funding programs, federal funding agencies, and private foundation funders and, based on these, informs faculty about new funding opportunities. The Associate Director maintains close ties with the chairs of all science and engineering departments and the directors of science and engineering Organized Research Units and Research Centers.

Responsibilities of the Associate Director include:
• assisting faculty in generating effective extramural proposals;
• providing detailed grant proposal development assistance through all stages of proposal conceptual development and refinement;
• identifying key funding opportunities that align with targeted areas of science and engineering research at UCSB;
• coordinating funding source searches for faculty as needed;
• designing, conducting and participating in grant development workshops and other interventions with science and engineering faculty;
• collaborating with personnel in the Office of Research, the Division of Mathematical, Life, and Physical Sciences in the College of Letters and Science, and the College of Engineering to develop and execute plans to meet campus research and funding needs in science and engineering.

This is a full-time Academic Coordinator 2 position, with the initial appointment for one year, subject to renewal based on performance. The salary range is $84,044 - $111,536, depending on qualifications and experience.

Minimum Requirements
Graduate degree in science or engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications
Ph.D. in science or engineering. 
Experience with proposal writing.

To apply, please submit your application to UC Recruit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00888

  1. A cover letter that outlines your education and experience and how they complement the mission of the Research Development office and prepare you for the Associate Director position
  2. A complete CV
  3. Names of three references and their contact information. We do not require letters of reference at the time of application.

For primary consideration, applications should be received by January 16, 2017. This position has an anticipated start date of March 1, 2017. The initial appointment is for one year, subject to renewal based on performance.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the university community through research, teaching and service.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)

Job location

Santa Barbara, CA