Research Advancement Specialist

Research Advancement Specialist

Arizona State University

Biodesign Resrch Opp Adv & Dev

Campus: Tempe

99627BR

Job Description

The ASU Knowledge Enterprise is seeking a motivated Pre-Award Research Advancement Specialist to assist their Biodesign Research Opportunity Advancement and Development (ROAD) team. Under the supervision of the Research Advancement Manager, you would support research investigators in the area of proposal preparation and assist in advancing the Institute and University's research goals.

As the ideal candidate for this position, you will be someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative, fast-paced team environment that directly supports sponsored Pre-award activity for researchers at ASU. You should also be someone who is skilled in attention to detail, values continuous improvement, enjoys complex problem

solving, and is looking to grow their research administration skills.

Salary Range

$42,000- $57,930 per year; DOE

Close Date

01-April-2024

Essential Duties

• Performing funding searches to help identify opportunities.
• Assisting with post-submission action items requested by the sponsor such as Just-in-Time requests.
• Working to support researchers with pre-award proposal submissions, which includes the review of funding announcements for eligibility and requirements, development of proposal plan, budget development, proposal generation, and overall review to confirm compliance to funding requirements, and facilitates submission with ORSPA.
• Maintaining departmental databases.
• Assisting the Manager with special projects to further the mission of the Institute.
• Participating in units’ staff meetings and activities as related to research administration.
• Independently responding to and initiating correspondence regarding matters pertaining to assigned functions.
• Performing other job-related duties as needed by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field. One year directly related experience; OR Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of being team-oriented with the ability to effectively respond to routine situations involving potentially several university constituencies.
• Experience in following directions set by unit and/or supervisor.
• Experience in providing ideas and recommendations to resolve routine issues.
• Experience in working with supervisors to prioritize and manage time.
• Evidence of effective collegial interpersonal skills.
• Experience in communicating effectively.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective professional working relationships.
• Experience in assisting with data gathering and initial analysis.
• Experience supporting a customer group and working with other internal university contacts.

Working Environment

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, as such the following options may be offered dependent on department needs:

Flexible work options:

• 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.
• Remote work is an arrangement where the employee spends less than 60% of their regular workweek at a regularly assigned ASU work location. Executive vice president-level approval is required.

Standard Working Environment:

• Climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position.
• Constantly detects and operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.
• Ability to clearly communicate and exchange accurate information to perform essential duties.
• Expected to be responsive to customers, engaged in work production, resourceful, flexible, and respectful of others.

Department Statement

For the ninth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all nine years the category has existed.

ASU Knowledge Enterprise advances research, innovation, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship, and international development. Our success arises from solutions-focused, interdisciplinary research; an entrepreneurial approach that is embedded in every school and department; and a commitment to transform society in a positive way. To learn more about how Knowledge Enterprise is a place for your career to grow, visit https://research.asu.edu/about-us/careers.

At Biodesign Research Opportunity Advancement & Development, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. We value your unique background and perspective, and you may be just the right candidate for this position or other roles on our team.

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 your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.

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.

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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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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.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

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.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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