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Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world.

Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive Benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more.  To learn about Brown Universityâ™s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Department

The Assistant Director of Research Development serves in a strategic role within the Office of Research Strategy and Development. This group provides research leadership and guidance by building research capacity and enabling federal funding for research at Brown. The group accomplishes this by working with the Vice President for Research and other Brown leaders to develop and support the universityâ™s research priorities; strengthening internal and external research networks, processes, skills and knowledge to continuously grow capacity for research excellence at Brown; and by increasing external research funding to enable world class research at Brown.

About the Opportunity

The Assistant Director of Research Development develops strategies to support the research goals of faculty in the physical sciences and the School of Engineering at Brown University. The Assistant Director of Research Development will support current and develop emerging research strengths and capabilities within the the physical sciences and the School of Engineering; create and document office processes to maximize efficiency and increase the reach of the office; assist in the development of opportunities for strengthening faculty research and teaming capabilities including grant writing workshops and networking events, ideation meetings and brainstorming sessions; provide research development support for proposals in assigned areas; develop broader impacts and outreach components for proposals by liaising with other offices across campus; and oversee dissemination of strategic funding opportunities to Brown faculty. Additionally, the Assistant Director is responsible for developing and maintaining ongoing relationships with mission driven funding agencies such as DoD and DoE, and their affiliate laboratories.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate degree; STEM field preferred
• At least 5-7 years of related experience in a university or research institute or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience working with federal funding agencies is required; an understanding of the mission-driven federal agencies preferred.
• Ability to work independently, coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to make effective presentations
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Project management and data literacy skills a plus
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Job Competencies

• Knowledge of federal and private research funding organizations and proposal requirements
• Microsoft and Google suite tools
• Filemaker or other database platforms
• Overleaf a plus

All offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown University.

In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and (once eligible) a booster before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site. 

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

Vaccination Requirements:

In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.

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If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].

EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a personâ™s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.

About Brown University

Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States. Brown is an independent, coeducational Ivy League institution comprising undergraduate and graduate programs, plus the Alpert Medical School, School of Engineering, Executive Master of Healthcare Leadership and the IE Brown Executive MBA.

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