Job Summary/Basic Function: | The Assistant Director leads day-to-day operations staff and initiatives toward advancing Boise States research enterprise through integrated programmatic sustainability research development education and training efforts. The Assistant Director provides strategic leadership operational oversight and cross-campus coordination to build and sustain research capacity streamline and improve administrative and operational processes and design and implement scalable systems tools and programs. These efforts collectively enhance institutional competitiveness in securing extramural funding conducting high-impact research and navigating the research lifecycle efficiently and effectively. The Assistant Director ensures these efforts are integrated strategically aligned with CRCA DRED and University research priorities and continually refined to meet evolving needs across Boise States research ecosystem. There are two Assistant Director openings in the Center for Research and Creative Activityone focused on support for and leadership of the Research Project Management Group (RPMG) and related programmatic sustainability initiatives and the other focused on support for and leadership of Research Development Education and Training. Skills and expertise required for these roles vary and are broken out below. This is an internal opportunity open only to current benefit-eligible employees of Boise State University. |
Level Scope: | Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees at the entry or intermediate level. Functions as advisor to unit and administration and sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Analyzes and resolves problems through drawing from prior experiences. Interprets policies (e.g. fiscal management HR contracts and grants resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of campus resources (operational financial and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives. |
Essential Functions: | 60% Integrated Research Support Leadership (both roles share these responsibilities for their assigned areas): - Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for research support programs ensuring alignment with institutional research priorities.
- Develop implement and refine scalable systems processes resources and services that strengthen research capacity streamline administrative processes and enhance institutional competitiveness in securing extramural funding conducting high-impact research and navigating the research lifecycle efficiently and effectively.
- Oversee the creation delivery and continuous improvement of tools training communications and resources supporting research development project management process improvement and/or proposal preparation.
- Assess campus needs and identify gaps in research support services; use data metrics and stakeholder input to inform strategy and program development.
- Collaborate with internal and external partnersincluding faculty staff leadership and cross-unit teamsto coordinate efforts streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
- Lead or contribute to the planning development and execution of high-impact research initiatives projects or proposal efforts including complex interdisciplinary or multi-institutional collaborations.
- Monitor research and sponsor landscapes regulatory changes and emerging trends to keep programs current and responsive.
- Develop and manage communication outreach engagement and change-management strategies to increase awareness and impact of research support services.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality support services across the research lifecycle including problem resolution customer service excellence and operational consistency.
30% Staff Leadership and Operational Management - Supervise coach and mentor staff; provide performance management workload oversight and professional development.
- Establish and maintain service standards internal controls operational metrics and accountability structures for program staff.
- Oversee recruitment onboarding retention and evaluation of team members.
- Ensure staff are equipped with training tools and guidance necessary to support a broad range of research activities and faculty needs.
- Guide team members in problem resolution customer service and research project support best practices.
- Maintain and enhance digital tools project management systems research development resources education modules and/or communication platforms.
- Collaborate with CRCA leadership to forecast resource needs develop staffing models and strengthen center-wide operational capacity.
10% DRED/Center-related initiatives - Contribute to strategic initiatives cross-unit collaborations committee work and center-wide projects that advance CRCA DRED and University research priorities.
- Support implementation of the DRED strategic plan and the University Blueprint for Success.
- Provide advising and input on policies planning efforts and long-term strategies that sustain and strengthen research support services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Knowledge Skills Abilities: | Below are skill sets aligned with each role followed by shared competencies: Assistant Director for Programmatic Sustainability competencies - Knowledge of state federal and standard non/for-profit regulatory compliance requirements related to research administration.
- Expert knowledge of project management principles research methodologies emerging tools and best practices for supporting complex research projects.
- Experience with program sustainability process improvement and organizational development practices.
- Experience with data collection data quality dashboards and analytics.
- Ability to develop scalable processes and structures for project management and operational support.
Assistant Director for Research Development Education and Training competencies - Deep knowledge of federal and non-federal research funding landscapes and sponsor priorities.
- Expertise in research development strategy grantsmanship proposal planning and multi-institutional submissions.
- Ability to design professional development programming workshops and research-focused training.
- Strong written communication skills related to proposal narratives and faculty coaching.
- Ability to identify research development needs and design strategic programming.
Shared Competencies - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with faculty staff and leadership.
- Ability to conceptualize and implement strategic programs aligned with institutional priorities.
- Proven ability to analyze complex problems and lead teams under tight timelines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and implement programs at scale.
- Ability to design and refine systems processes and resources to meet evolving needs.
- Skill in supervising mentoring and developing staff.
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MinimumQualifications: | Bachelors Degree and 2 years of experience. |
Preferred Qualifications: | Masters Degreeor equivalent plus 7 years of experience including managerial experience. |
Salary and Benefits: | Salary range is $89065.60 to $111342.40 annually and is commensurate with State University provides a best-in-classbenefits package including (but not limited to): |
Required Application Materials: | Resume and cover letter. |
About Us: | Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. Were a trailblazing institution nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. Were building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills experiences and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idahos Treasure Valley at Experience: Director |
Job Summary/Basic Function:The Assistant Director leads day-to-day operations staff and initiatives toward advancing Boise States research enterprise through integrated programmatic sustainability research development education and training efforts. The Assistant Director provides strategic leadersh...
Job Summary/Basic Function: | The Assistant Director leads day-to-day operations staff and initiatives toward advancing Boise States research enterprise through integrated programmatic sustainability research development education and training efforts. The Assistant Director provides strategic leadership operational oversight and cross-campus coordination to build and sustain research capacity streamline and improve administrative and operational processes and design and implement scalable systems tools and programs. These efforts collectively enhance institutional competitiveness in securing extramural funding conducting high-impact research and navigating the research lifecycle efficiently and effectively. The Assistant Director ensures these efforts are integrated strategically aligned with CRCA DRED and University research priorities and continually refined to meet evolving needs across Boise States research ecosystem. There are two Assistant Director openings in the Center for Research and Creative Activityone focused on support for and leadership of the Research Project Management Group (RPMG) and related programmatic sustainability initiatives and the other focused on support for and leadership of Research Development Education and Training. Skills and expertise required for these roles vary and are broken out below. This is an internal opportunity open only to current benefit-eligible employees of Boise State University. |
Level Scope: | Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees at the entry or intermediate level. Functions as advisor to unit and administration and sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Analyzes and resolves problems through drawing from prior experiences. Interprets policies (e.g. fiscal management HR contracts and grants resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of campus resources (operational financial and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives. |
Essential Functions: | 60% Integrated Research Support Leadership (both roles share these responsibilities for their assigned areas): - Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for research support programs ensuring alignment with institutional research priorities.
- Develop implement and refine scalable systems processes resources and services that strengthen research capacity streamline administrative processes and enhance institutional competitiveness in securing extramural funding conducting high-impact research and navigating the research lifecycle efficiently and effectively.
- Oversee the creation delivery and continuous improvement of tools training communications and resources supporting research development project management process improvement and/or proposal preparation.
- Assess campus needs and identify gaps in research support services; use data metrics and stakeholder input to inform strategy and program development.
- Collaborate with internal and external partnersincluding faculty staff leadership and cross-unit teamsto coordinate efforts streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
- Lead or contribute to the planning development and execution of high-impact research initiatives projects or proposal efforts including complex interdisciplinary or multi-institutional collaborations.
- Monitor research and sponsor landscapes regulatory changes and emerging trends to keep programs current and responsive.
- Develop and manage communication outreach engagement and change-management strategies to increase awareness and impact of research support services.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality support services across the research lifecycle including problem resolution customer service excellence and operational consistency.
30% Staff Leadership and Operational Management - Supervise coach and mentor staff; provide performance management workload oversight and professional development.
- Establish and maintain service standards internal controls operational metrics and accountability structures for program staff.
- Oversee recruitment onboarding retention and evaluation of team members.
- Ensure staff are equipped with training tools and guidance necessary to support a broad range of research activities and faculty needs.
- Guide team members in problem resolution customer service and research project support best practices.
- Maintain and enhance digital tools project management systems research development resources education modules and/or communication platforms.
- Collaborate with CRCA leadership to forecast resource needs develop staffing models and strengthen center-wide operational capacity.
10% DRED/Center-related initiatives - Contribute to strategic initiatives cross-unit collaborations committee work and center-wide projects that advance CRCA DRED and University research priorities.
- Support implementation of the DRED strategic plan and the University Blueprint for Success.
- Provide advising and input on policies planning efforts and long-term strategies that sustain and strengthen research support services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Knowledge Skills Abilities: | Below are skill sets aligned with each role followed by shared competencies: Assistant Director for Programmatic Sustainability competencies - Knowledge of state federal and standard non/for-profit regulatory compliance requirements related to research administration.
- Expert knowledge of project management principles research methodologies emerging tools and best practices for supporting complex research projects.
- Experience with program sustainability process improvement and organizational development practices.
- Experience with data collection data quality dashboards and analytics.
- Ability to develop scalable processes and structures for project management and operational support.
Assistant Director for Research Development Education and Training competencies - Deep knowledge of federal and non-federal research funding landscapes and sponsor priorities.
- Expertise in research development strategy grantsmanship proposal planning and multi-institutional submissions.
- Ability to design professional development programming workshops and research-focused training.
- Strong written communication skills related to proposal narratives and faculty coaching.
- Ability to identify research development needs and design strategic programming.
Shared Competencies - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with faculty staff and leadership.
- Ability to conceptualize and implement strategic programs aligned with institutional priorities.
- Proven ability to analyze complex problems and lead teams under tight timelines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and implement programs at scale.
- Ability to design and refine systems processes and resources to meet evolving needs.
- Skill in supervising mentoring and developing staff.
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MinimumQualifications: | Bachelors Degree and 2 years of experience. |
Preferred Qualifications: | Masters Degreeor equivalent plus 7 years of experience including managerial experience. |
Salary and Benefits: | Salary range is $89065.60 to $111342.40 annually and is commensurate with State University provides a best-in-classbenefits package including (but not limited to): |
Required Application Materials: | Resume and cover letter. |
About Us: | Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. Were a trailblazing institution nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. Were building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills experiences and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idahos Treasure Valley at Experience: Director |
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