at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 49903
Department: Office for Research
Salary/Grade: EXS/17
Job Summary:
The Assistant Vice President for Sponsored Research (AVPSR) is a pivotal role within the Office for Research (OR), integral to propelling Northwestern’s thriving research portfolio, which is supported by more than $1 billion in annual sponsored funding. Importantly, this person will demonstrate strategic vision, a collaborative spirit, and innovative leadership that fosters transparent, open communication and inclusive community-building.
The AVPSR is responsible for all aspects of pre-award and selected post-award grants management, including policy development and implementation; outreach to faculty and administrative staff through training, presentations and informal communications; leading transformative change by creating excellent working relationships between research administration staff in SR, the schools, and other Office for Research units; continued unit web site development; and interaction with federal agencies and other institutions to promote awareness of the national research agenda and solve common problems. The successful candidate will ensure the efficient and effective operations of SR and serves as the Institutional Official (as delegated by the President) in all pre-award and non-financial post-award grants and contracts management areas, including signature authority on all proposals, awards, and other documents related to sponsored project administration.
The Assistant Vice President for Sponsored Research will support the Office for Research mission and values of understanding empathy, modeling accountability, ensuring fairness, embracing community, and valuing creativity.
Please note: This is an exempt position requiring availability on some weekends and after normal working hours and some travel.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Serves as Institutional Official for all pre-award and selected post-award activities, including grants, cooperative agreements and contracts to federal and state agencies, foundations and corporations. Monitors all sponsored projects proposals and awards for compliance with federal agency and NU regulations. Fosters compliant environment by staying abreast of changes in agency regulations, requir
