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Director of Research Programs

POSITION DETAILS

The CUNY School of Medicine (CUNY SoM) located in the heart of Harlem, New York, is the only medical school in the City University of New York system and the only public medical school in Manhattan. Building upon 50 years of success as the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education, the institution transitioned to the CUNY School of Medicine (SoM) in 2016. The CUNY SoM offers an accelerated BS/MD degree (7-year program) and a Physician Assistant Master’s Degree (27 months program). True to its legacy of access, opportunity, and community transformation, the medical school’s mission remains to recruit highly talented students as diverse as New York City itself. CUNY SoM places a special emphasis on the recruitment of those who are underrepresented in the field of medicine and on training high quality, culturally competent health professionals and scientists equipped to address the healthcare needs of New York’s medically under-served communities. As a major priority, CUNY SoM also seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention of senior leadership, faculty, and staff to more closely reflect the diversity of our student body.

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean for Research, the Director of Research Programs manages and supports full-time staff and works closely with the Associate Dean for Clinical Administration, Finance, & Strategy to ensure effective management and compliance of all CUNY MED grant activities. A collaborative and strategic leader, the Director exercises considerable independent judgment and works jointly with faculty and staff to synergize research, educational activities, and strategic priorities with government agencies and foundations’ interests. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Research Programs Director duties include but are limited to the following responsibilities:

+ Establishes and maintains contacts with funding agency officials and researches to disseminate information on the availability of Federal, State, and Foundation grants.

+ Plans, implements, and directs diverse short- and long-term strategies to support the submission of grant applications and acts as the liaison between the Research Foundation of CUNY (RFCUNY) and the sponsoring agency; Coordinate with the university compliance office and is responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with all regulations.

+ Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Grants and Sponsored Program’s Office procedures, including a budget and proposal document review process in accordance with CUNY & Research Foundation of CUNY policies.

+ Acts as a clearinghouse for grant proposal submissions, oversees all other pre-award & post-award administration to ensure compliance with all Sponsor, CUNY, and CUNY MED, guidelines, policies, & procedures and serves as the CUNY MED’s liaison with the sponsoring agency from program implementation through closeout.

+ Identifies, researches, and proactively pursues funding opportunities from current and prospective sources that match CUNY MED’s strategic priorities and programs.

+ Provides timely reports to CUNY MED Dean and Associate Dean of Research that communicate the current status of grant-funded projects in relation to fiscal year strategic goals.

+ Maintains a comprehensive level of knowledge of best practices for local, state, and national trends and statistics related to CUNY Med’s strategic priorities.

+ Reviews Funding Opportunity Announcements and extracts pertinent information to create comprehensive abbreviated summaries to distribute to CUNY MED research faculty.

+ Tracks government and institution regulatory matters such as human subject research protocols, laboratory animal protocols, and bio-safety issues.

+ Works closely with the RF legal department on issues of technology transfers, patents, and intellectual property.

+ Serves on internal committees, attends meetings, and represents CUNY Med externally on collaborative grant development projects when requested.

+ Performs other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for Research or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience required, as well as a thorough knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements and grant and contract management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Possession of the core competencies determined to be required at the time of hire.

+ Willingness to comply with all RF policies and procedures regarding staffing, budgeting, safety, reporting, and grants administration as evidenced by signing an attestation at the time of employment.

+ Ability to manage time and resources in a fast-paced dynamic environment to address emerging needs while continuing to deliver on organizational goals, objectives, and timelines.

+ Expert knowledge of the grant proposal writing process, research administration, sponsored program requirements, and best practices for various funding agencies.

+ Skilled in negotiation of terms, budgets, subcontracts, independent contractor agreements, and budget & contract modifications.

+ Ability to recruit, train, direct, manage, and evaluate full time and part time GSP staff.

+ Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse constituencies; ability to explain complex concepts to professional college staff, college officials, and RF administrators.

+ Expert knowledge of key office technology and software used for submitting and tracking sponsored programs; Cayuse SP, Cayuse 424, Grants.gov, NYS Grants Gateway; working knowledge of DOD eBRAP and NSF Fastlane preferred.

+ Expert knowledge of the research regulatory environment and the requirements for compliance.

+ Knowledge of legal requirements and institutional policy regarding human subject research, laboratory animal protocols, and bio-safety procedures

+ Authentic passion for CUNY Med’s missio

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides campus-wide leadership and administrative support in the development and administration of grants and contracts.

- Manages grants, research projects and proposals, and pre- and post-award activities

- Participates in short- and long-term planning of research programs that meet academic and institutional priorities

- Identifies and analyzes potential funding sources

- Oversees grant development activities, policies, and procedures

- Reports on the advancement and completion of research projects to senior management and outside organizations

- Provides fiscal oversight related to research programs

- Oversees compliance with internal and external policies and regulations

- Directs professional development, information sharing, and collaborative communications related to research campus-wide

- Manages the unit's staff

- Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $115,333 - $141,858

Salary commensurate with 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.

(CURRENT CONTRACTUAL SALARY RANGE)

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin on January 24, 2025.

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

29646

Location

CUNY School of Medicine