Research Program Associate Director

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Academic Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Research Program Associate Director Job Summary: The University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics (DOP) is seeking a Research Program Associate Director to provide leadership and oversight for its extensive research operations. Since 2015, the DOP has ranked among the Top 20 pediatrics departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research. In FY25, the department received nearly $42 million in research funding in FY25, ~$27 million of which was from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This position will work closely with the Associate Department Administrator - Academic Operations, Vice Chairs of Research Operations and Development, Clinical Research Director, and the Pre- and Post-Award Managers, to provide leadership and strategic planning for centralized research administration (pre- and post-award) and support operations, emphasizing sound financial management and accountability. The DOP considers research one of the fundamental pillars of its academic mission and this position will provide critical leadership and advice to research faculty, staff, and trainees. The Research Program Associate Director will be involved in complex day-to-day research operations, requiring substantial independence, personal responsibility, strategic and creative thinking. A successful candidate will model and instill in others a high degree of professionalism, including demonstration of honesty, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to altruism in all work interactions and responsibilities. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Direct supervision of 2.0 FTE and indirect supervision of 7.0 FTE (based on current staffing); Provision of oversight, leadership and strategic planning for pre- and post-award research administrative support; Compile, analyze, and present data to DOP, SMPH, and UW Health leadership on proposal statistics, award information, trends, and... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/63E7D6671BAD49A4