University Research Administration Officer
POSITION DETAILS
The City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking a University Research Administration Officer for the Office of Research (OR). This skilled professional will foster, strengthen, evaluate, and sustain a robust research administration ecosystem for the CUNY research enterprise across the University’s 25 colleges and schools. They will support the widespread and uniform adoption of the Cayuse electronic research administration (eRA) system across the University, and partner with colleagues and stakeholders—both within and beyond the Office of Research—to implement best practices surrounding Cayuse and related research administration workflows. The Officer will collaborate and consult with all other members of OR’s Research Integrity and Compliance (RIC) staff division, as well as research administration stakeholders across the University system.
In a single integrated system of 25 colleges and schools, the Office of Research is responsible for the leadership of University initiatives that build research capacity for CUNY. Research, scholarly, and creative pursuits are supported through three OR divisions: Research Development and Programs; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; and Research Integrity and Compliance. Jointly, these divisions encourage collaborative and transdisciplinary research innovations; foster startups and commercialization both within and beyond the CUNY community; and ensure adherence to the standards that govern research ethics and sponsored program administration.
Reporting to the University Executive Director of Research Integrity and Compliance, the University Research Administration Officer will lead efforts to modernize CUNY research administration practices around the University’s implementation of the Cayuse eRA system. They will seek to optimize CUNY’s adoption of a standardized and streamlined approach to complex pre-award and non-financial post-award workflows. The Officer will improve processes, procedures, guidelines, and other materials related to University-wide pre- and non-financial post-award research administration, and grow University capacity to submit timely, accurate and compliant external funding proposals to a variety of federal, State, City, and private sponsors.
In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, other key duties include, but will not be limited to the following:
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Identify needs for, and facilitate the design or revision of, policies and procedures related to Cayuse on an ongoing basis.
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Review, evaluate, and advise on existing materials related to CUNY-wide sponsored activities.
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Assess current processes and practices related to sponsored projects administration, particularly as relevant to changing sponsor requirements and compliance mandates.
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Develop CUNY-wide sponsor-specific research administration guidelines for adoption as best practice.
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Facilitate the elevation and interface of relevant sponsored projects requests and approvals to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research and/or other relevant CUNY executives.
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Assist the training of CUNY researchers on pre-award and non-financial post-award functions and obligations, in coordination with OR colleagues and the CUNY Research Foundation.
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Propose, design, and deliver trainings to research administrators and faculty colleagues, particularly through train-the-trainer and asynchronous approaches that enable the delivery of best practices at scale throughout the University system.
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Develop targeted CUNY research administration informational and instructional content for digital assets such as websites, email newsletters, and other mass delivery platforms.
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Engage in gap analyses efforts to discover inefficiencies and shortcomings in CUNY-wide research administration practices, and lead collaborative problem-solving to mitigate deficiencies.
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Liaise closely with the OR Research Systems Officer, the CUNY Research Foundation, and other Cayuse administrators of all job titles and functions across the University, to align eRA system improvements with emerging research administration needs.
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Collaborate with other OR divisions to identify opportunities for cross-cutting research administration improvements in areas of overlap or emerging domains.
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Travel to CUNY colleges/schools when required to liaise with stakeholder communities at the CUNY colleges and schools.
NOTE :
Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree and eight years’ related experience required.
Preferred:
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Advanced degree in a directly related discipline, which may substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
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Experience supporting systematic research administration programs or grants and contracts functions in a University setting.
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Knowledge of:
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federal and other sponsor regulations governing grant and contract administration, including OMB and federal acquisition regulations.
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laws and regulations relating to research compliance as they interface with research administration workflows.
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Demonstrated ability to:
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seek out and maintain full awareness of emerging research administration best practices from higher education peers and thought leaders.
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analyze and apply regulations and policies related to research and sponsored programs.
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design and deliver both synchronous and asynchronous training to professional learners from a variety of backgrounds and job roles in higher education.
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Intermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office products, as well as proficiency using administrative, financial, or academic programs, systems or databases
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Exemplary organizational and project management skills to develop objectives, set and adapt to changing priorities, manage competing demands/changes and meet deadlines.
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Proactive, flexible and collaborative work style with strong interpersonal communication, presentation and negotiation skills to forge successful relationships with diverse faculty, staff, and external partners.
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Detail oriented and precise with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, plus ability to thrive in a demanding, multi-faceted, and time-sensitive office.
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Commitment to public service, service excellence, inclusion, equity, ethics, and integrity to manage highly sensitive information and material discretely.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
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Directs the design, implementation, and maintenance of the university’s research compliance and integrity program and activities, and establishes protocols and procedures for training, policies, and monitoring compliance with applicable federal and state government, sponsor, and university policies regarding the responsible conduct of research across various areas.
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Promotes research compliance and integrity and administers any corrective measures mandated by regulatory authorities.
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Serves as a technical consultant and subject-matter expert to University and campus-based research offices, administrators, faculty, students, staff, and review boards, as well as external regulators and principal investigators on research compliance program responsibilities and obligations.
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Provides guidance and assistance regarding the interpretation and application of complex regulations and requirements involving research activities to resolve compliance issues.
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Manages research policies and programs, registrations/assurances, training, and reporting requirements.
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May serve as the university’s research integrity officer to administer the research misconduct policy and procedures, and investigate allegations of scientific, research, and/or other scholarly research misconduct and conflicts of interest.
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Provides and facilitates regular and comprehensive research compliance training to the university community.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Officer
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range is $104,057 - $115,333 , commensurate with credentials, education, and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.
The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:
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CLOSING DATE
December 02, 2024.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
29322
Location
Central Office
