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    University of Maryland

    Research

    Assistant Director

    PHYSICAL SCIENCES COMPLEX, United StatesFull-time7+ yrs experience$121k – $131kPosted 5d ago
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    Job description

    Job Description Summary

    Organization's Summary Statement:
    The Assistant Director of Sponsored Research Administration provides advanced financial and administrative support for the Department of Physics' sponsored research enterprise by independently managing a complex portfolio of sponsored research awards throughout the proposal, award, and closeout lifecycle. The Assistant Director partners directly with Principal Investigators to develop competitive proposals, administer sponsored projects, ensure compliance with sponsor and university requirements, and provide financial analysis and forecasting. Reporting to the Associate Director, this position serves as a senior technical resource for faculty and departmental staff while supervising assigned personnel and supporting continuous improvement of sponsored research administration processes.
    Physical Demands: Sedentary Work
    Licenses/Certifications: N/A

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
    Experience: Seven (7) years professional experience in sponsored programs or research administration. Two (2) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

    Knowledge of federal laws, regulations, and statutes.
    Knowledge of sponsored programs administration.
    Skill in oral and written communication.
    Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workplace products.
    Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
    Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

    Additional Job Details

    Preferences: UMCP, BA4, and Workday experience

    Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References

    Best Consideration Date: October 17, 2026

    Posting Close Date: N/A

    Open Until Filled: Yes

    Job Risks

    Not Applicable to This Position

    Financial Disclosure Required

    Yes

    For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

    Department

    CMNS-Physics

    Worker Sub-Type

    Staff Regular

    Salary Range

    $121,000 - $131,000

    Benefits Summary

    For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

    Background Checks

    Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

    Employment Eligibility

    The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

    EEO Statement

    The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

    Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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    University of Maryland

    The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland is a University-Affiliated Research Center (UARC) dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and technology transition to improve decision making for U.S. national security.

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