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Please apply to the link below: 

https://ESU.csod.com/ats/careersite/jobdetails.aspx?site=1&c=esu&id=7833&source=AIR

Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. 

ESU will be an innovative and entrepreneurial university-educationally, socially, organizationally, and culturally-with an emphasis on quality and collaboration in everything we provide. As a scholarly community, its faculty, students, staff, administrators, and affiliates will be encouraged to be innovative and to explore opportunities that will constantly energize and improve its mission as a learning community of the 21st Century. As a "university without walls," its sense of community will extend well beyond campus boundaries to embrace ESU’s surrounding communities and region to become a model that other organizations will want to emulate.

Job Duties: 

Leadership & Strategy: 

• Provide strategic direction for and management of the Office of Sponsored Research and Grants, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission, goals, and research priorities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the institution and external funding agencies, including federal, state, and private sector sponsors.

Grants & Proposal Management: 

• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding organizations ensuring compliance with sponsor guidelines, institutional policies, and federal regulations.
• Coordinate with principal investigators to ensure successful grant applications and facilitate the preparation of research proposals that meet sponsor guidelines.

Compliance & Oversight: 

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, institutional, and sponsor-specific regulations regarding research grants, contracts, and financial management, including Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), IRB protocols, and export control regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external agencies regarding sponsored research compliance issues.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Coordinate with appropriate offices the preparation of budgets for grant proposals, ensuring that budgeted research expenses remain within approved parameters.
• Work with departmental and central administration staff to track and report on grant funds utilization.

Outreach & Education:

• Develop and deliver educational programs, workshops, and seminars for faculty and staff to improve knowledge and skills in securing and managing sponsored research.
• Stay current on trends, changes in funding agency priorities, and new research grant regulations to inform best practices.

Qualifications: 

• Administration, or a field closely aligned with the institution’s research priorities.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in research administration, including significant experience with grants management, budgeting, and compliance.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Familiarity with federal funding agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE) and private funding sources.
• Strong understanding of the policies, regulations, and procedures governing sponsored research in higher education.
• Proficient in grants management software, project management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, with faculty, administrators, and external partners.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to ethical standards in research and financial management.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

Benefits: 

• Outstanding benefits package including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Salary: Based on Experience
• Living by the Warrior Code:

1. Accountable for One's Actions

2. Committed to Self-Growth

3. Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good

4. Positive, Honest, and Loyal

5. Respectful of the Environment and Community

6. Dedicated to Empowering Others

• FULLTIME