College Research Administration Manager

College Research Administration Manager

Howard University seeks a dynamic and skilled College Research Administration Manager to oversee research administration activities within assigned colleges. This hybrid reporting role is pivotal to advancing the university's R1 research mission by ensuring compliance, enhancing research productivity, and maintaining efficient workflows. The manager will handle pre- and post-award responsibilities, working collaboratively with the Office of Research, college leadership, Principal Investigators (PIs), and other stakeholders.

Serve as the primary point of contact for all assigned departments within the college for pre-award and post-award support. This position has a primary reporting line to the Office of Research for strategic oversight, training, and compliance. A dotted-line reporting relationship with the Associate Dean for Research allows for alignment with the day-to-day priorities of the assigned college. The incumbent will serve as a bridge between central oversight and college-specific needs, ensuring the success of research activities across the institution. External contacts include representatives from the federal government, other colleges and universities, professional associations, consultants, vendors, and the general public.

Pre-Award Management

• Guide PIs in preparing and submitting grant proposals, including budgets, narratives, and compliance documentation.
• Serve as the primary liaison for grant submissions to central research offices and funding agencies.
• Review and approve proposals for adherence to university, federal, and sponsor guidelines.

Post-Award Management

Compliance and Reporting

Training and Development

Collaboration and Oversight

Core Competencies

Minimum Requirements

Note : This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description cannot be construed as a contract for employment.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Expected Pay Range : $90,909 - $100,000