Director Sponsored Programs Administration

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Director Sponsored Programs Administration
The candidate will lead all aspects of the University's sponsored programs contractual operations, including oversight of clinical trial agreements, sponsored research agreements, and state and federal contracts. Responsibilities include strategic and operational management of contractual standards and processes, providing oversight and accountability for sponsored programs contractual negotiations and nonfinancial research support agreement functions, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Contracts Division of the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration. Duties also include liaising with other divisions both within the Office of the Executive Vice President for Research and Innovation (EVPRI) and across the University. Provide strategic leadership and oversight for sponsored programs, with an emphasis on contractual matters; review, develop, update, and administer contractual policies, procedures, and position standards, ensuring compliance with sponsor, state, federal, and institutional guidelines and regulations. Coordinate and oversee key functional areas within the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration, specifically contractual negotiations, nonfinancial research support agreements, and special projects requiring significant intra-unit and intra-institutional coordination. Supervise, mentor, and collaborate with managerial level personnel and sponsored programs contract negotiators. Provide oversight and accountability for sponsored programs contractual outcomes, including compliance with relevant standards and requirements, negotiation turnaround timelines, and negotiation completion goals. Serve as an authorized signatory for Office of Sponsored Programs Administration projects in accordance with university signature authority delegation. Maintain an advanced knowledge and understanding of federal regulations (e.g., FAR, Uniform Guidance), state laws, and university policies and advise research leadership on compliance matters and emerging trends that may affect the conduct of sponsored programs at the University. Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external constituents on contractual operations and matters; coordinate with UofL counsel’s office on legal matters pertaining to sponsored projects. Develop and deliver institutional and strategic metric reports in support of internal business decision making. Serve as Office of Sponsored Programs Administration Liaison to University Counsel’s Office, coordinating with counsel’s office to address ongoing legal matters affecting research at the University, and to notify counsel’s office of trends in legal matters arising from such research. Foster a strong culture of customer service, partnership, professionalism, and accountability within the Office of Sponsored Programs Administration. Perform other work related duties as requested. Must have Master's degree and 8 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements noted. JD, MBA, or a Master's degree in a related field and eight years of related experience. JD degree preferred.

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