ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, SPONSORED PROJECTS & FUNDING ADMINISTRATOR

Assistant Director, Sponsored Projects & Funding Administration

Arizona State University

Engineering Center G-Wing

JR100073

End Date: 

January 14, 2025

Department Statement:

At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, we are delivering a world-class learning experience for our students and advancing research and innovation — all at scale. The Fulton Schools research enterprise leads use-inspired research and key national initiatives, including the Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, accelerating microelectronics and workforce development for the Department of Defense. We also lead the Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon Clean Energy Manufacturing Institute, supported by the Department of Energy, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen manufacturing. As the lead institution for the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency, we enhance homeland security operations through advanced tools and technologies. Additionally, we lead an NSF Engineering Research Center developing sustainable civil infrastructure and partner with another ERC advancing clean water technology.

The Fulton Schools hosts numerous research centers that leverage faculty expertise to drive engineering innovation and entrepreneurship across four interdisciplinary impact areas: Climate Technology Solutions, Competitive Manufacturing in an Advanced Economy, National and Economic Security, and Technology-Enhanced Health and Medicine. Our faculty are achieving excellence at scale, positioning the Fulton Schools among the nation’s top engineering colleges for invention disclosures, U.S. patents, and startups.

We are an engineering school on the rise at the nation’s most innovative university, situated in the heart of its fastest-growing metropolitan area. The breadth of our faculty’s research interests and interdisciplinary approach, along with over 50 graduate and 27 undergraduate degree programs, creates a strong foundation for collaboration and the advancement of ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and livable global future.

The Fulton Schools of Engineering follows a framework of values designed to distinguish our practice and guide daily decisions in our academic, research, corporate engagement and entrepreneurial endeavors. These values influence how we recognize, reward and communicate our achievements. At the Fulton Schools of Engineering, we:

● Cultivate excellence.

● Deliver innovation that matters.

● Encourage bold thinking.

● Foster a community of learning and collaboration.

● Build a foundation for all to be successful.

Working at ASU has outstanding benefits that include: health, dental and vision insurance plans; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities, and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator. 

Job Description:

The School for Engineering of Matter, Transport, and Energy (SEMTE) is seeking an Assistant Director (AD) to join the team and serve in a leadership role in the advancement of critical research initiatives. The AD assists with leading the planning, training, and implementation of administrative and operational initiatives pertaining to research administration. SEMTE is a school in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and is shaping the next generation of experts in biological design, aerospace, mechanical, chemical, and materials science and engineering.

In collaboration with leadership, this position will promote the strategic advancement of meaningful research and sponsored activity. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in building a collaborative and forward-thinking team. The AD is also responsible for integrating research support services within the school and is the primary contact for any significant pre- and post-award concerns.

This is a high-level career-track position (Level 4 of 6) with opportunities to increase complexity based on job performance.

Working at ASU has additional perks and outstanding benefits, which include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members, state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities; and more. To estimate the value of the total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

Engineering will consider a relocation stipend for candidates on a case-by-case basis. This position is based on the Tempe Campus. A hybrid work arrangement is available after the first ninety (90) days. 

Salary Range:  

Depends on experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of supervision, including leadership, team coordination, and performance building, is highly desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of policies and regulations pertaining to proposal, grants, and contracts administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of budgetary principles, practices, and procedures.
• Experience in managing large international collaborations and complex multi-sub award projects.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience in taking the initiative, being diplomatic, proactive, and effectively managing stressful situations.
• Experience in work that requires organization, time management, and detail orientation.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Evidence of analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working across multiple disciplines in a transdisciplinary environment.
• Experience in preparing and producing complex/detailed documents, financial reports, spending projections, and related materials for a high volume of awards.
• Experienced problem solver who takes initiative, manages a complex workload effectively and set priorities while being flexible.

Working Environment:

• Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting
• Use office equipment, including a desktop computer
• Lift up to 20 pounds
• Communicate to perform essential duties
• Work both independently or within a complex structured team
• Normally receives no instructions on routine work and general.
• instructions on new assignments with the review of completed tasks
• Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions

ASU is a diverse enterprise with a wide variety of work and learning modes, locations, and a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee work-life balance. We are determined to maintain our position as an employer of choice in a competitive labor market.

Flexible work options are available after at least the first ninety (90) days.

• Alternative work schedules can include four 10-hour workdays in a workweek, a nine-day, 80-hour schedule over two workweeks for exempt employees only, and staggered start and stop times
• Hybrid work is an arrangement where employees spend a minimum of 60% of their regular workweek at their primary ASU work location. Dean or vice president-level approval is required

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Instructions to Apply

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: 

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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2025-01-13

ASU Statement 

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. 

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco 

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.  

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Employment Verification Statement 

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement 

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

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