Director, Research Development Office

OverviewDirector, Research Development Office (RDO) role at Inside Higher Ed. The Director leads a team of Research Development professionals to craft and implement targeted federal agency, funding mechanism, and topical growth strategies to grow and diversify Ohio State’s federally funded research portfolio.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership to the Research Development team to craft and implement research growth and development initiatives as part of the Associate Vice President for Strategic Research Development's strategic vision.Supervise and guide development of Research Development staff.Represent Research Development on ERIK and university committees, represent the unit and university on external advisory boards and panels as requested, and perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President for Strategic Research Development.Required QualificationsAdvanced degree.10 years of relevant work experience.Experience working on proposal development with a range of federal research sponsor agencies and programs.Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and/or convergence science teams on large-scale, national leadership level proposals.Desired Qualifications15 or more years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience with evidence of progressive responsibility, and a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a university research setting or in a position that required significant interaction with university researchers.Familiarity with federal research data including NSF HERD Survey and USA Spending.Knowledge of defense and/or space-related federal research environment.Additional InformationThe individual in this role will have an option for a hybrid work arrangement, typically working 3 days per week in-office, and 2 days per week remote. This position is not eligible for full remote work.The range for this job profile is $138,600 - $175,000. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the selected candidate's qualifications.Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Explore for more information.Join the Research Development Office within the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge (ERIK) at The Ohio State University and become a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of discovery and innovation. ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further develop our research community of faculty, staff, and students, and grow the innovation ecosystem to address big challenges and improve communities locally and globally. To learn more about our mission and work, please visit Eleventh Ave, 33 W (0193)Position Type: RegularScheduled Hours: 40Shift: First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-18