NCCU Public Administration · 4 months ago
Associate Director for B.B.R.I.
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNorth Carolina Central University (NCCU) is a historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, dedicated to education and community service. They are seeking an Associate Director for the Julius L. Chambers Biomedical Biotechnological Research Institute (JLC-BBRI) to oversee research operations and provide leadership in planning and coordinating biomedical research activities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provides scientific advice and input to the Director BBRI on the planning, direction and implementation of JLC-BBRI’s research enterprise aligned with the mission of NCRC Kannapolis and Durham Campus
Provides overall leadership to individuals and teams of investigators in developing a strategic approach for increasing the innovation and competitiveness of research conducted in the JLC-BBRI
Serves as a reviewer for the development and submission of research grant applications from the Institute
Participates in both internal and external advisory committees for JLC-BBRI research programs; assuring appropriate and timely recommendations from these committees are implemented
Works with the Director BBRI to Lead and/or facilitate the development of responses to requests for applications or proposals that require multi-disciplinary or multi-institution collaboration
Collaborates with the Director to develops and implement a consistent mechanism for the evaluation of research productivity of JLC-BBRI faculty and non-tenure track researchers as well as recommend strategies to address under performance
Works collaboratively with academic units to assure projects requiring release time from teaching assignments is properly negotiated and appropriate reimbursement to academic departments for faculty release is accomplished
Develops in collaboration with the JLC-BBRI Director short and long-term goals to strengthen and advance the Institute’s research programs; directs and controls administrative activities in achieving set goals
Determines operational, fiscal, research, business, and administrative objectives in collaboration with the JLC-BBRI Director to address goals established in strategic plans developed by the University and the Division of Research and Economic Development
Works in concert with the JLC-BBRI Director to identify and develop appropriate resources to support researchers; negotiates space allocation, capital equipment, and personnel support
Possesses extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and statutes governing the area of work
Performs tasks and assumes additional responsibilities as required by the JLC-BBRI Director
Plans and directs fiscal and business matters of the JLC-BBRI including monitoring spending on sponsored research projects
Executes on behalf of the JLC-BBRI Director final oversight responsibility for all faculty and staff relations in Durham and Kannapolis, NC. The AD should be aware of any disputes or employee complaints and is ultimately responsible for their resolution
Provides consistent leadership to staff to prevent and resolve problems quickly as well as proactively
Provides all JLC-BBRI faculty, staff and students a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth, and in coordination with the JLC-BBRI Director works to ensure a positive experience within the Institute
Possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to perform quality monitoring and performance improvement
The Associate Director (AD) is responsible for approving various financial transactions, including budget management, expenditures, p-card purchases, PeopleAdmin Personnel Actions, Chrome River submissions, and Banner Budget Transfers at all times
The AD may be required to oversee training programs for students, including those pursuing PhD and Master’s degrees
The AD must actively participate in the majority of collaborative meetings with partner institutions such as UNC-CH, Duke, NC State, other universities/colleges and other stakeholders or community partners
The AD is expected to be actively involved in community engagement activities across various counties in North Carolina and must make visits to these sites as required
The AD will oversee operations at the Durham and Kannapolis locations, with regular visits to Kannapolis approximately every few weeks. Some meetings may be conducted remotely as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Earned doctoral degree in biological sciences or related discipline with 3 (three) extensive years of experience administering biomedical and/or health disparities research
Recognized leader in a field of research through an active portfolio of sponsored research grants; consistent publishing in peer reviewed journals; participation on grant review panels; presentations at national and international meetings and other scientific venues
Effective leadership skills to initiate activities; direct, support and manage research teams and staff at all levels
Exceptional organizational skills and flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures
Effective financial and analytical skills, including budget development, grant and contract management
Ability to make decisions quickly and independently
Excellent interpersonal/communications skills and political savvy and discretion to address difficult or sensitive issues
Benefits
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
Community Service Leave
NC State – Health Benefits
NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
11-12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount and more.
Company
NCCU Public Administration
The North Carolina Central University Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program trains leaders in public service by enhancing their knowledge, skills, and abilities through scholarship and professional development with a global lens.
Founded in 1985Durham, North Carolina, US
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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