Assistant Director (Contracts & Grants Specialist)

Job Summary

The Assistant Director position will report to the Director and will be part of a leadership responsible for the oversight of the grants team.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Provides back up and support to the Administration team in times of heavy deadlines and proposal / award overload.
• Manages a team of grant administration professionals to define and implement strategies for efficient review of proposals and the effective negotiation and intake of awards.
• Provides expert guidance on complex negotiation issues and consultation regarding overall adherence to federal, state, and private regulations as they apply to a broad range of sponsored activities.
• Participates and leads efforts to formalize standard operating procedures to provide consistency throughout the office.
• Advises and assists in planning, directing, and reporting the activities of the programs administered by the Office of Research, and assists in developing and implementing procedures for said programs.
• Responsible for maintaining an inclusive working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director or other appropriate administrator.

General Responsibilities

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

Preferred

SKILLS

Required

Preferred

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

The city of Bloomington offers the feel of a college town with the amenities of a large city. From off-Broadway plays and musicals and the LOTUS World Festival of Music to quick access to 250,000 acres of public recreation lands and a reasonable cost of living, Bloomington offers much to all.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level : Advanced

FLSA : Exempt

Job Function : Research

Job Family : Research Administration

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.