Assistant Director of Research Development
Brown University
Providence, RI
Full-time
Research & Development
Posted on November 1, 2022
Job Description:
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
The mission of the Office of Research Strategy and Development is to catalyze creative scholarship by empowering individuals and teams to lead strategic research endeavors with global impact. As a result of our work, our vision is that Brown University research drives global innovation and transformation. Our office is recognized for our research funding knowledge, strategic approach, reliability and responsiveness. Our team collaborates with the research enterprise across the University to build capacity and empower faculty for success in pursuit of their scholarship. We value creative solutions, partnerships, strategic leadership and practices that welcome and nurture all voices.
The Assistant Director of Research Development serves in a strategic role as part of the Research Strategy, Analysis and Development team within the Office of Research Strategy and Development. This group provides research leadership, builds research capacity and enables funding for research at Brown. The group accomplishes this by working with the Senior Director, Vice President for Research and other Brown leaders to develop and support research priorities across the university; strengthening connections, processes, skills and knowledge to continuously grow capacity for research excellence at Brown; and by increasing external research funding to enable world class research at Brown.
The Assistant Director of Research Development develops a strategy around how to maintain and increase the level of research development support for faculty at Brown University, and executes around this strategy. The Assistant Director of Research Development will identify and develop research strengths and capabilities within Brown; create and document office processes to maximize efficiency and increase the reach of the office; assist in the development of opportunities for strengthening faculty research capabilities including grant writing workshops and networking events; provide research development support for proposals in assigned areas; develop broader impacts and outreach components for proposals by liaising with other offices across campus; and oversee dissemination of strategic funding opportunities to Brown faculty. Additionally, the Research Development Associate is responsible for providing competitive intelligence for Brown priority research areas, using tools including Academic Analytics and Cognos.
This is a dual graded position posting. The candidate's qualifications/experience will determine if the position is filled at a grade 10 or grade 11 level.
Assistant Director of Research Development/Grade 11
Education
Education
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and (once eligible) a booster before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Recruiting Start Date:
2022-10-20-07:00
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Director of Research Development
Department:
Office of Research Strategy and Development
Grade:
Grade 11
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities.
Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.
Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. To learn about Brown University's benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.
The mission of the Office of Research Strategy and Development is to catalyze creative scholarship by empowering individuals and teams to lead strategic research endeavors with global impact. As a result of our work, our vision is that Brown University research drives global innovation and transformation. Our office is recognized for our research funding knowledge, strategic approach, reliability and responsiveness. Our team collaborates with the research enterprise across the University to build capacity and empower faculty for success in pursuit of their scholarship. We value creative solutions, partnerships, strategic leadership and practices that welcome and nurture all voices.
The Assistant Director of Research Development serves in a strategic role as part of the Research Strategy, Analysis and Development team within the Office of Research Strategy and Development. This group provides research leadership, builds research capacity and enables funding for research at Brown. The group accomplishes this by working with the Senior Director, Vice President for Research and other Brown leaders to develop and support research priorities across the university; strengthening connections, processes, skills and knowledge to continuously grow capacity for research excellence at Brown; and by increasing external research funding to enable world class research at Brown.
The Assistant Director of Research Development develops a strategy around how to maintain and increase the level of research development support for faculty at Brown University, and executes around this strategy. The Assistant Director of Research Development will identify and develop research strengths and capabilities within Brown; create and document office processes to maximize efficiency and increase the reach of the office; assist in the development of opportunities for strengthening faculty research capabilities including grant writing workshops and networking events; provide research development support for proposals in assigned areas; develop broader impacts and outreach components for proposals by liaising with other offices across campus; and oversee dissemination of strategic funding opportunities to Brown faculty. Additionally, the Research Development Associate is responsible for providing competitive intelligence for Brown priority research areas, using tools including Academic Analytics and Cognos.
This is a dual graded position posting. The candidate's qualifications/experience will determine if the position is filled at a grade 10 or grade 11 level.
Assistant Director of Research Development/Grade 11
Education
- Required: Graduate degree and at least 5-7 years of related experience in a university or research institute or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience analyzing RFPs and interacting with university faculty
- Experience working with academic data platforms such as Academic Analytics
- Ability to work independently, coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects
- Strong organizational and customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to make effective presentations
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Project management and data literacy skills a plus
- Knowledge of federal and private research funding organizations and proposal requirements
- Microsoft and Google suite tools
- Filemaker
- Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
Education
- Required: Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
- Preferred: Master's degree and 3- 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
- University or research institute experience preferred.
- Experience analyzing RFPs and interacting with university faculty.
- Ability to work independently, coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects.
- Strong organizational and customer service skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to make effective presentations.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Knowledge of federal and private research funding organizations and proposal requirements
- Microsoft and Google suite tools
- Filemaker
- Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and (once eligible) a booster before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Recruiting Start Date:
2022-10-20-07:00
Job Posting Title:
Assistant Director of Research Development
Department:
Office of Research Strategy and Development
Grade:
Grade 11
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities.