37614BR

Extended Job Title:

Program Manager - Research Development

Position Description:

Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

Requisition ID:

37614BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

• Leads SVM faculty through the proposal development process from inception to submission.

• Reviews project narratives for compliance with and responsiveness to Requests for Proposals

• Creates timelines and checklists for proposal submissions

• Provides templates and guidance for ancillary documents, and compiles and shares final documents with the Office of Research Services.

• Meets with SVM faculty to discuss the reviewer comments for their declined proposals and help them strategize for a successful resubmission.

• Meets with SVM early-career faculty to learn their research expertise and funding goals and to develop research career plans.

• Aids in identifying funding opportunities for SVM faculty.

• Serves as a liaison with research development personnel from university central administration, as well as proposal developers from other units across campus to facilitate interdisciplinary proposals.

All faculty and staff are expected to foster the core values of the School that are outlined on our School website. Contribution to fostering the School’s core values will be evaluated as part of your annual performance review.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Independent judgment, strong organization and communication skills and a superior customer service focus.

• Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple projects and meeting external, hard deadlines.

• Ability to work with a diverse community including students, faculty, administrators, and industry, as well as federal and state agencies.

• Superb professional writing and editing skills.

Ability to critically assess a program solicitation.

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

4,000.00

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Work Location:

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree. Experience in research administration, grant proposal writing, and/or research development.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of multiple funding sources for research and programs.

Department:

Veterinary Medicine

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Business Professionals

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.