Creighton University · 12 hours ago
Director of Research Administration - Sponsored Programs
2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68178, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
6+ years expCreighton University is inviting applications for the position of Director of Research Administration - Sponsored Programs. This role involves providing leadership in developing and maintaining sponsored research policies, overseeing proposal submissions, and managing internal grant programs while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain sponsored research policies and procedures aligned with federal regulations and University requirements
Provide clear guidance and training on pre-award processes, submission requirements, deadlines, and compliance; develop workshops in collaboration with the Associate Vice Provost for Research & Scholarship
Oversee proposal review and submission across all University units, working directly with Principal Investigators to ensure compliant, competitive submissions through InfoEd and sponsor systems
Review and negotiate award terms and conditions with Principal Investigators, legal counsel, and sponsors; coordinate award setup, subawards, and ongoing non-financial compliance monitoring
Serve as the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) for administrative actions on sponsored awards, including scope changes, rebudgeting, and supplemental funding requests
Manage internal grant programs and serve as Finance & Compliance Administrator for the State of Nebraska Cancer & Smoking Disease Research Program that is granted to Creighton University
Supervise Sponsored Programs Administration staff, manage the department budget, and foster a high-performing, service-oriented team
Track and report proposal and award activity; respond to leadership and faculty data requests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field required
Minimum 6 years of experience in a complex academic or research environment
Supervisory experience required
Strong knowledge of Uniform Guidance and sponsor regulations
Experience with federal grant systems (e.g., Grants.gov, Research.gov, eRA Commons/ASSIST, HRSA EHB, PAMS, G5/G6)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proven ability to lead, train, and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external sponsors
Flexibility to work beyond standard business hours as needed
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Certified Research Administrator (CRA) or Certified Pre-Award Research Administrator (CPRA) preferred
Experience with InfoEd and Banner preferred
Company
Creighton University
At Creighton, our Jesuit mission shapes our vision.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
John R. Stone, MD, PhD
Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director
Russ Pearlman
Vice President of Information Technology, Chief Information Officer
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