Total 15 Director/C-Level Education / Training job vacancies in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2LA

• As a Director of Religious Education at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties:
• Ensure that soldiers, reservists, authorized civilians, and family members are afforded religious education programs, which allow them to exercise their religious beliefs regardless of faith groups.
• Develop specific guidelines and directives for installation-wide implementation of faith groups and religious education programs/services.
• Exercise substantial initiative and judgement in establishing and implementing the religious education goals, objectives, and programs.
• Advise Chaplain on single to large multiple faith group installation matters of religious education and youth ministry.
• Assess resource needs and deficits in order to meet the needs of religious education programming across the installation.
• Develop program marketing and advertising for the installation with emphasis on religious education and youth ministry.
• Evaluate the installation training plan for religious education and youth ministry personnel to develop a training plan for chaplains, chaplain assistant and civilian personnel.

Starting at $73,572 Per Year (GS 11)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning -English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

Laisterdyke Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 18 year olds in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

The school was rated ‘good’ in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in January 2023.

We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Your application will need to demonstrate that you have:

• Experience of delivering inspirational leadership that enables leaders to develop high quality primary education.
• Experience of promoting the highest possible standards of care, aspiration and success to support families and children to overcome any social disadvantage.
• Experience of securing long term success within primary settings by building and developing leaders.
• Experience of reviewing, developing and implementing curriculum strategy, based on current research.
• Successful experience of promoting inclusion, equality and diversity.
• An excellent understanding of the schools’ sector and education more broadly, with a strong grasp of contemporary educational issues including the inspection agenda and up to date knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy research.
• Strong track record of performance, managing staff, driving morale, raising standards and promoting a team ethos, ideally with regard to a multi-site organisation.
• Understanding the factors which create barriers to learning and the ability to implement appropriate strategies that address this, including SEND strategy, whilst reducing inequalities and promoting social inclusion.
• Knowledge of key strategies for raising pupils’ achievement and advancing effective teaching and learning, set within the communities served by Castleford Academy Trust.
• Ability to create and maintain an environment which promotes good behaviour, discipline and a culture of celebrating success.
• Proven success in building effective partnerships and links including with central government, schools and local authorities to maximise networks and opportunities.
• A strong commitment to personal development for all staff including yourself.

You will also need to be:

• Supportive of the Trust’s ethos and values at all times both within the primary academies and the wider community.
• Committed to inspiring leaders, staff and pupils in the development of initiatives and strategies which promotes whole school improvement.
• An excellent communicator who is at ease with all stakeholders.

We can offer you:

• A significant role in the Academy Trust.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Nationally recognised qualifications.
• Opportunities to work as a leader within the Trust and beyond.

Enthusiastic colleagues and supportive leaders, governors and trustees who drive improvements across the Trust alongside you.

What the school offers its staff

As part of our team at Castleford Academy Trust, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses and physiotherapists.

Commitment to safeguarding

Castleford Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For positions at Castleford Academy you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Further to the Person Specification, our ideal candidate to join the iExel Education Trust Family will:

• Be a Team Player
• Have the desire to upskill and support both our learners and our colleagues
• Possess excellent organisational skills and have an eye for detail
• Have the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Have a warm, approachable manner

What the school offers its staff

We are able to offer you:

• A forward-thinking Trust which has a proven track record of establishing outstanding schools and teams
• A Trust which continually has their vision of transforming the lives and communities of those it serves at the heart of every decision
• A Trust with a successful track record of upskilling and promoting within
• An excellent CPD programme
• An opportunity to join a School and Trust community with a family culture.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning - English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

The school reserves the right to close this vacancy before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

What the school offers its staff

Laisterdyke Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 18 year olds in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

The school was rated ‘good’ in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in January 2023.

We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Children Services | WA - Other


Closing date: 12/10/



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What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Director of Learning for Science with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, Bradford

Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, Bradford is a new secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys that opened in September 2019. The school has a Muslim faith designation, welcoming applications from pupils of all faiths and none. During its opening year, the school admitted an intake of 120 pupils into Year 7. The school will continue to admit a new intake of Year 7 pupils at the beginning of each academic year. Like all Star schools, it has a leadership specialism.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning for Humanities and Sport with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff

About Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, Bradford

Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, Bradfordis a new secondary school for 11 to 18 year old boys that opened in September 2019 and we were graded as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted during our first inspection in February 2024. The school has a Muslim faith designation, welcoming applications from pupils of all faiths and none. During its opening year, the school admitted an intake of 120 pupils into Year 7. The school will continue to admit a new intake of Year 7 pupils at the beginning of each academic year. Like all Star schools, it has a leadership specialism.

We have an exemplary reputation for excellence in every aspect of school life. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for



Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Director of Learning in English with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post.

As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills.

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience. As a Star middle leader, you’ll join the Star Academies family, a high-performing and supportive network of primary and secondary schools with some of the best leaders in education.

You will have:

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• The ability to teach to GCSE standard.
• The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets.
• Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.

What the school offers its staff



About Laisterdyke Leadership Academy

Laisterdyke Leadership Academy is a secondary school for 11 to 18 year olds in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism.

The school was rated ‘good’ in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in January 2023.

We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

At OFG, we work smarter, so you can spend more time doing the things you love!

How would you like to be paid for 5 days but only work 4?*

Job Title: Regional Director

Location: South West Region

Salary: Up to £95,000 per annum plus £4500 car allowance

About the Role

Acorn Education are looking for a Regional Director. As Regional Director you will be accountable for a portfolio of schools within the division, alongside other Regional Directors supporting our leading services across the UK.

This role has significant strategic and operational responsibility and is charged with ensuring that schools deliver all elements of performance as specified in the individual development plan, budget and group-wide expectations. This role includes the maintenance and improvement of quality, staff retention and well-being, financial performance, sustainability, and growth.

You will lead change initiatives, raise standards and work within a multisite environment to ensure we continue to deliver excellent outcomes for our pupils.

Who we are looking for?

As a results driven, committed professional, you will be able to demonstrate significant improvement in delivering services in your sector. You will have the ability to motivate and develop colleagues, sometimes remotely, to ensure you create stable and supported teams where members feel engaged and confident in their roles. You will be able to demonstrate strong performance management capabilities that will enable the delivery of our group strategy, as well as have experience in managing budgets and achieving financial targets. You must have a sense of energy, pace, purpose and commitment.

You will have extensive experience in a senior, strategic management role. A solid understanding of regulated environments is desirable, but not essential, and you must have demonstrated success in a regional/multisite role. You will be commercially aware and able to demonstrate the ability to grow the business.

About the Group

Why Join Acorn Education?

Your wellbeing is very important to us, and we know that being able to choose the benefits that suit you and your family will support your wellbeing.

VISTA is our flexible benefits platform which lets you tailor your benefits package.

When your circumstances change…no problem. You can flex, trade and add to your benefits package to suit your circumstances.

Holidays start at 25 days per annum plus bank holidays on top, with options to buy an additional 5 days
Critical illness cover and life assurance options
Company Pension with options to increase your contributions
Private medical and dental Insurance
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Eco-Car Scheme
“Your Wellbeing Matters"- access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Career development opportunities
Professional support networks and groups
* 4 Day working week - ‘rest-day’ could be any day Mon-Fri (agreed with Manager)
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.

Working as a Center Director at Acelero Learning will give you the opportunity to ensure full implementation of all aspects of Acelero Learning’s early learning system, policies/procedures and tools, with the goal of supporting all children to achieve School Readiness Goals. As a Center Director, you will supervise all teaching staff (teachers, assistant teachers, floaters, substitutes, and extended day), and you will provide ongoing coaching to teaching staff to support them in successfully fulfilling all aspects of their role. Are you ready to lead by example?!

Qualifications:
To be successful and to thrive in this role, you should have previous experience managing an infant/toddler or preschool program, along with the ability to:

• Serve as an education lead for the center, overseeing the implementation of all aspects of education services and providing teachers with supervision, training, coaching, and monitoring.

• Directly supervise center staff, ensure completion of all human resources activities, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.

• Create a vision for the program, center, or department to inspire others.

• Drive toward results while maintaining focus with process and relationships.

• Share authority in meaningful ways; build the leadership capacity of others.

Job Requirements:

• Effective operating, management, and relationship skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with at least six (6) courses in Early Childhood Education,

• Master’s Degree preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

• At least one year of experience with supervision, management, or coaching

• An eagerness to adopt our values: Embracing Diversity, Teamwork and community, Data-Informed Learning, Open Communication, and Follow-Through.

Additional Information:

• Location: 310 Augusta Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879

• Hours: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm. There will be one late day per week to cover ED: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm.

• Starting Salary $60,000 - Based on Education and Experience

This position earns up to 60,000.00 Annually

Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?
- Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
- Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.

Still have questions about this role or our company? Submit an anonymous question by copying and pasting this link,  https://forms.gle/8Wb1t1bQVZi2SfxQ9, into your browser.

Or feel free to contact recruiting@acelero.net. Thank you for considering employment with us! 

Career Category

Research

Job Description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of.

Director, Oncology Research

Live

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen Oncology is advancing an innovative, multi-modality pipeline that aims to transform the cancer treatment landscape. We are seeking a creative, collaborative Director of Research who is driven to deliver next-generation BiTE® (bispecific T-cell engager) therapies.

In this vital role, you will be responsible to develop our strategy for new target discovery and validation, and to build a portfolio of preclinical T-cell engager assets focused on solid tumors. The Director will be closely involved in the identification and assessment of internal and external opportunities for technology and platform development to support this strategy. A deep understanding of cancer cell biology and human genetics, broad knowledge of the oncology competitive landscape, and experience with drug discovery and development across therapeutic modalities is required. This is a high visibility role.

Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a cross-functional team to identify strategic opportunities to build the portfolio;
• Identify, evaluate, and implement cutting-edge approaches for target identification and validation;
• Lead the advancement of high quality targets and assets in the early Oncology portfolio
• Develop a research team that includes laboratory-based staff, managers, and project team leaders;
• Establish and maintain external partnerships (academic and/or industry) and presence
• Present strategy, opportunities, and project updates to senior leadership
• Demonstrate critical thinking and efficient decision-making

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable] and 5 years of related experience

Or

Master’s degree and 8 years of related experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in cancer biology, human genetics, biochemistry, or immunology with at least 10 years post-graduate experience
• Leadership style that is highly collaborative, inspires and develops talent at all levels, and puts patients and science first
• Deep understanding of cancer cell biology and therapeutic development
• Proven scientific accomplishment and innovation in oncology research as evidenced by high-impact publications, congress presentations and patents
• Experience leading academic or industry research collaborations
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Thrive

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Apply now

for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

careers.amgen.com

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary Range

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Job Description:

About Brown:

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 University’s benefits, visit the University Human Resources web page here for further information.

About the Opportunity:

The Office of Research Strategy and Development provides research leadership and guidance by building research capacity and enabling federal funding for research at Brown as articulated in the Operational Plan for Growing the Research Enterprise at Brown, and the work outlined by the major research units to pursue the plan. The group accomplishes this by working with the Vice President for Research and other Brown leaders to develop and support the university’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.

The Assistant Director of Research Development  serves in a strategic role within the Office of Research Strategy and Development and advances transdisciplinary collaboration and innovation by strategically coordinating the development of complex research teams and their funding proposals.  The incumbent will support current and develop emerging research strengths and capabilities across campus; lead 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 large scale multi-institutional proposals; will identify external funding opportunities and proactively build relationships among collaborating entities both internally and external to Brown. Additionally, the  Assistant Director of Research Development  is responsible for developing and maintaining ongoing relationships with strategic partners, locally and globally.  Finally, working with senior leaders from across campus, this position will be the strategic point person for institutional level proposals.

Responsibilities:

Enable funding for priority research by leading investigators in the preparation of large scale (>$5M) proposals for federal funding

In collaboration with the Research Strategy and Development team, while ensuring projects are in line with areas designated for growth through the strategic efforts of the Provost and VPR, identify resources needed for successful large scale proposal development and provide support as needed. Lead team building, project development, and project management roles to advance research aims and ensure success of research teams. Specialize in building complex proposals involving multiple researchers, often with collaborations and budgets spanning multiple departments, campuses, or institutions. Determine sponsor requirements and provide strategic advice for meeting sponsor requirements. Coordinate with department grant managers. Coach faculty throughout the proposal development process. Advise on specialized services (e.g. broader impacts, diversity plans, cost sharing, management plans) and identify appropriate sources of services. Draft letters of support or institutional commitment from university leaders and facilitate the letter approval process. Where internal or external professional services are needed (e.g. evaluator) identify provider and coordinate services. Provide template language on Brown services and facilities. Review drafts of proposals for responsiveness to sponsor requirements and goals.

Provide research leadership by supporting strategic projects for the Office of Research Strategy and Development

Design, develop and direct events at Brown to connect potential partners to research at Brown; strategically preparing teams in advance of and during proposal preparation. This includes outreach to federal agencies and national laboratories. While representing Brown, engage with federal agencies at workshops, open houses, and /or proposers’ days. Design and establish a database of strategic partnerships ranging from local to global partners, including local industries, national labs, non-profits, and federal agencies. Ensure funding and/or collaboration opportunities are brought to the attention of relevant faculty and department leadership.

Provide strategic intelligence on current best practices within research development, including team science, process optimization and other kinds of research development support.

Lead the submission of proposals for broad, university-wide proposals.

Oversee the proposal development process of institutional level proposals including proposal narrative development, editing, proofreading, integrating content from multiple authors, coordinating meetings with project team members, and evaluating complex funding solicitations to ensure compliance.  Coordinate and collaborate with grants and finance administrators within the department submitting the proposal and within relevant OVPR offices, particularly pre-award in the Office of Sponsored Projects.

Education
Required: 

• Graduate degree;  STEM field preferred and at least 5-7 years of related experience in a university or research institute or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in leading large scale multi-institutional proposal development projects

Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience working with federal funding agencies is required; an understanding of the mission-driven federal agencies preferred
• Experienced in Team Science (collaboration management, facilitation, and transdisciplinary research development)
• Project management experience

 
Job Competencies

• Knowledge of federal and private research funding organizations and proposal requirements
• Ability to work independently, coordinating and prioritizing multiple projects
• Project Management 
• Microsoft and Google suite tools
• Filemaker or other database platforms
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and public presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

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

Cover letter and resume required with application.

Recruiting Start Date:

2024-01-29

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Director of Research Development

Department:

Office of Research Strategy and Development

Grade:

Grade 11

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Submission Guidelines:

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.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

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 person’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.

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.