Assistant Director for Research Development

Assistant Director for Research Development

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Director for Research Development for the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation. Under the leadership of the Executive Director for Research Development & Strategy, this position will function as the Assistant Director for Research Development. The role will focus on advancing Rutgers‑New Brunswick’s strategic priorities related to sponsored program support across various NB and the Chancellor Signature Initiatives.

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Grants Management. Department: ORI.

Grade: 08.

Key Responsibilities

- Provides executive leadership for the university’s expansive research enterprise, encompassing all 11 schools and over 175 centers and institutes.

- Serves as the strategic driver of institutional research excellence, the NB OfR advances Rutgers–New Brunswick’s national and global standing by fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and publicly engaged scholarship across faculty, staff, and scholars at all levels.

- Plays a pivotal role in cultivating an inclusive and vibrant research ecosystem by advocating for institutional resources, catalyzing strategic investments, and promoting cross‑sector engagement.

- Advices on and advances university‑wide priorities, aligning initiatives with the mission and vision of Rutgers–New Brunswick and the broader institution.

- In close coordination with university leadership—including the Offices of the President, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, University Research, Rutgers Foundation, and Institutional Research and Academic Planning—the NB OfR also stewards infrastructure development and strategic partnerships to position the campus at the forefront of scholarly innovation.

- Leads the facilitation of mid‑to‑large scale multi‑million dollar funding for Rutgers –New Brunswick’s units and the Chancellor‑reporting Signature Initiatives, i.e., Climate and Energy, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Life Sciences, and Behavioral Health and proposal development for the limited submission opportunities.

- Oversees research development services, hiring, supervising and managing a team.

Certifications & Licenses

- Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Must have a drivers’ license.

- The ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

- The ability to work collaboratively and collegially with faculty and staff.

- Strong skills in planning, organizing, information integration, and decision‑making.

- Experience in leading mid‑to‑large scale multi‑million dollar sponsored programs.

- Experience in curating seminars/webinars on grantmaking for faculty members.

Preferred Qualifications

- Masters/Doctorate degree in a STEM field, JD, MBA; Understanding of Uniform Guidance.

- 10 years of experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

- That of an office environment.

- Lifting 10‑15 pounds of event materials.

- Ability to climb stairs.

- Required to travel to on‑site and off‑site events using one’s own vehicle.

Special Conditions

- Clean Driving Record.

Benefits

- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.

- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.

- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.

- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).

- Life insurance coverage.

- Employee discount programs.

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: $108,670.00. Mid Range Salary: $137,547.00. Maximum Salary: $166,424.00. Final offer may vary based on experience, qualifications, and available funds.

Position Status

Full Time. Standard Hours: 37.5 per week. FLSA: Exempt.

Posting Information

Posting Number: 25ST2677. Open Date: 12/29/2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectation or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

- * Do you have a Bachelors degree preferably in STEM, accounting, business, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

- Yes

- No

- * Do you have a minimum of 5 years relevant research development experience?

- Yes

- No

- * What is your experience in working with faculty members in submitting large‑scale grants and research development in general?

(Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

- Resume/CV

- Cover Letter/Letter of Application

- List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents

- Resume/CV (Optional)

- Cover Letter (Optional)

- Reference List (Optional)

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