Director of Sponsored Programs

Director Of Sponsored Programs The Director of Sponsored Programs leads Research Services by supervising and developing staff, coordinating workloads, and ensuring effective, compliant sponsored programs administration. The Director combines research administration experience with demonstrated leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate and collaborate across faculty, academic units, and administrative offices. Working with technical specialists and campus partners, the Director establishes clear priorities, implements process improvements, and strengthens services supporting proposals and award administration. As Georgia Southern advances toward Carnegie R1 classification, the Director helps develop the staff, systems, and practices needed to support a growing research portfolio. The position reports to the Vice President of Research. Employment is contingent upon funding.

Proposed Salary$95,000 - $115,000 This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents To AttachResumeCover LetterTwo (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESConsistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific positionKNOWLEDGEAdhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student successSKILLSProven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Clear and effective communications skills to address dynamic audiences and stakeholders Consistent commitment to providing a high-level of customer service Engage in a digital workspace with or without reasonable accommodation Willingness to develop proficiency in new technologies Advanced organizational skills and an aptitude for managing multiple administrative tasks Apply Before DateOpen Until Filled Application review may begin on October 28, 2026.Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Conditions Of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Employment is contingent upon funding.