Associate Vice President for Research
Associate Vice President for Research
Job ID: 273136
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
OR
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
OR
Liberty Campus - Hinesville, GA
Department Information
Office of Research
Job Summary
Working collaboratively with deans and faculty, the Associate Vice President for Research is responsible for providing leadership for building funding capacity and support for research, scholarship, and creative activities appropriate to the mission of the University. The AVR oversees the development of external and internal grant and contracts, ensures integrity of administration and legal compliance, and advocates for efficient pre- and post-award processes for college deans, department chairs, faculty, and staff. The AVR actively engages in ongoing efforts with other units on campus to develop and improve processes, practices, procedures, and communication related to securing and managing funded research and other forms of creative scholarship.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Responsibilities
• Reporting to the Vice President for Research (VPR), the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Research supervises research development and pre-award services to foster and coordinate the submission of timely, competitive proposals for sponsored research
• Member of the Senior Leadership Team, Research Council (Associate Deans plus)
• Direct Reports - Director of Sponsored Programs, Research Faculty Fellow (for research development activities), Data Analyst
• Represents the Office of Research on the Department Chair's Council
• Ensuring compliance of sponsored program submissions (in conjunction with Research Integrity); coordinating the delivery of research development programs and trainings, managing internal award competitions and limited submission proposals
• Supervises the coordination with program officers for 'special funding' awards (i.e. Congressionally Directed Funding, Strategic Partnerships, One time funds)
• Conducts training sessions for Research Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and other academic leaders
• Supports workflow optimization and research management software integrations
• Coordinates data queries, special projects and reports as assigned by the VPR
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
• Master's Degree
Required Experience
• Ten (10) or more years of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
• Earned Doctorate
Proposed Salary
$121,000 - $165,000
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
July 16, 2024
Application review may begin as early as June 11, 2024.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at mailto:hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions.
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or mailto:oneusgsupport@usg.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Employment is contingent upon funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Background Check
• Position of Trust + Edu & Credit
Other Information
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
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