Research associate Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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Location UMKC Volker Campus

Full / Part Time Full-Time

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Hiring Department

Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP), Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research in UMKC's Office of Research Services (ORS).

Job Description

The Associate Director of the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) provides strategic leadership, oversight, and expertise in managing the full lifecycle of externally funded research and sponsored projects at UMKC. This position ensures the effective administration of pre-award and post-award functions, supervises cradle-to-grave program managers, and maintains compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. Serving as a key liaison between faculty, researchers, administrators, and external sponsors, the Director advances the university's research mission by optimizing processes, fostering strong partnerships, and ensuring adherence to best practices in sponsored research administration.

Roles

• Member of the ORS leadership team
• Management - Lead the OSP team
• Research Administration - Oversee the administration and compliance of all externally funded research projects

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning - contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans to enhance research support services

Team Management - Supervise and support the OSP team, promoting professional development and fostering a collaborative work environment

Compliance and Regulatory Oversight - Ensure all sponsored activities align with institutional policies, sponsor guidelines, and regulatory requirements

Duties

Expectations

Reports To : Director of Research Administration, UMKC's Office of Research Services.

Work Environment : In-person office setting with routine interaction with faculty, researchers, administrative leaders, and external sponsors.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's or Master's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated starting salary between $92,500 and $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application Deadline

Open until filled, review of applications to begin immediately.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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