Associate Director of Sponsored Programs
University of North Carolina Asheville, Asheville, North Carolina, us, 28814
Associate Director of Sponsored Programs
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
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Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Position Information Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Position Type EHRA Staff Title Associate Director of Sponsored Programs Position Number 000021 Recruitment Range $62,000-$68,000 Work Schedule and Hours Typical hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional time on evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the department. Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary The Associate Director of Sponsored Programs is the primary person at UNC Asheville identified with sponsored research/grants administration. He/she provides assistance to many campus entities (all of academic Affairs personnel, University Advancement, NC Center for Health and Wellness, Chancellors staff, University Legal Counsel, and Senior Staff) on a variety of topics and issues. In addition to grants preparation, submittal, and awards, he/she is responsible for all compliance, conflict of interest, and export controls issues related to sponsored programs and University property. This work is done independently and requires a high-level of knowledge and experience. The Associate Director performs work relating to sponsored program administration, including negotiating, evaluating, and managing contract and grants, proposal review, and budget development and monitoring. This position advises principal investigators or project directors in preparing and processing grant proposals and reviews proposals for correct formats and general compliance requirements. Duties include identifying funding sources, advising principal investigators, institutional or agency officials and sponsoring agencies regarding contract interpretation and adherence to grant stipulations, ensuring compliance with terms and of contract pertaining to effort reporting, expenditures, and personnel actions, and maintaining records on all grants administered. Provides input into the formulation of university policies, procedures, programs, and services guidelines related to sponsored program activity. Serves as a liaison for externally funded activities between the campus, federal/state/local government agencies, and the sponsor. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills This position requires post-baccalaureate credentials: a master’s/professional degree in an appropriate field (e.g., information management, library science, business administration, business law), or a bachelor’s degree plus equivalent training (e.g., certificate(s)), and experience may also be considered. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills The preferred candidate for this position will have a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of progressive experience related to grants administration and/or sponsored programs. Prior experience in higher education is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding grants administration and budget management; Legal knowledge to develop, review, edit, and recommend sub-award contracts; Training in, and knowledge of, export controls standards and issues, including: international travel of university personnel, use of university facilities by international guests, transport of equipment and documents across international boundaries, and documentation and licensing of all the above; Ability to master several types of online and desk top computer software, including: archival, data management, budgeting, scheduling, compliance, and personnel management; Knowledge of conflict of interest and conflict of commitment issues, and resolution strategies; Ability to develop and/or edit proposal budgets in conformance with funder specifications, and federal and state regulations; and Knowledge of Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) standards, issues, and training protocols. Ability to effectively use online portals for proposal submission for research funding. Special Instructions to the Applicant Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Posting Number E0542 Posting date 11/17/2025 Closing date 02/09/2026 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Asheville website The Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Indeed Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn HERC NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security) UNC System website (northcarolina.edu) X (formerly Twitter) Circa (formerly Local Job Network) NorthCarolinaDiversity.com Other Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Other Documents Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of experiences for our students, applicants and employees. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of socio-economic status, gender expression, gender and sexual identity, culture, and ideological beliefs. UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.
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Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
Apply for this Job
link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the
Bookmark
link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the
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link. Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Position Information Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Position Type EHRA Staff Title Associate Director of Sponsored Programs Position Number 000021 Recruitment Range $62,000-$68,000 Work Schedule and Hours Typical hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional time on evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the department. Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time Months per Year 12 Months Position Summary The Associate Director of Sponsored Programs is the primary person at UNC Asheville identified with sponsored research/grants administration. He/she provides assistance to many campus entities (all of academic Affairs personnel, University Advancement, NC Center for Health and Wellness, Chancellors staff, University Legal Counsel, and Senior Staff) on a variety of topics and issues. In addition to grants preparation, submittal, and awards, he/she is responsible for all compliance, conflict of interest, and export controls issues related to sponsored programs and University property. This work is done independently and requires a high-level of knowledge and experience. The Associate Director performs work relating to sponsored program administration, including negotiating, evaluating, and managing contract and grants, proposal review, and budget development and monitoring. This position advises principal investigators or project directors in preparing and processing grant proposals and reviews proposals for correct formats and general compliance requirements. Duties include identifying funding sources, advising principal investigators, institutional or agency officials and sponsoring agencies regarding contract interpretation and adherence to grant stipulations, ensuring compliance with terms and of contract pertaining to effort reporting, expenditures, and personnel actions, and maintaining records on all grants administered. Provides input into the formulation of university policies, procedures, programs, and services guidelines related to sponsored program activity. Serves as a liaison for externally funded activities between the campus, federal/state/local government agencies, and the sponsor. FLSA Exempt Required Education/Experience/Skills This position requires post-baccalaureate credentials: a master’s/professional degree in an appropriate field (e.g., information management, library science, business administration, business law), or a bachelor’s degree plus equivalent training (e.g., certificate(s)), and experience may also be considered. Preferred Education/Experience/Skills The preferred candidate for this position will have a Master’s degree and at least 3 years of progressive experience related to grants administration and/or sponsored programs. Prior experience in higher education is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding grants administration and budget management; Legal knowledge to develop, review, edit, and recommend sub-award contracts; Training in, and knowledge of, export controls standards and issues, including: international travel of university personnel, use of university facilities by international guests, transport of equipment and documents across international boundaries, and documentation and licensing of all the above; Ability to master several types of online and desk top computer software, including: archival, data management, budgeting, scheduling, compliance, and personnel management; Knowledge of conflict of interest and conflict of commitment issues, and resolution strategies; Ability to develop and/or edit proposal budgets in conformance with funder specifications, and federal and state regulations; and Knowledge of Institutional Review Board ( IRB ) standards, issues, and training protocols. Ability to effectively use online portals for proposal submission for research funding. Special Instructions to the Applicant Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned. Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Posting Number E0542 Posting date 11/17/2025 Closing date 02/09/2026 Open Until Filled No Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Asheville website The Chronicle of Higher Education Higher Ed Jobs Indeed Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn HERC NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security) UNC System website (northcarolina.edu) X (formerly Twitter) Circa (formerly Local Job Network) NorthCarolinaDiversity.com Other Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Other Documents Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of experiences for our students, applicants and employees. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of socio-economic status, gender expression, gender and sexual identity, culture, and ideological beliefs. UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.
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