Associate Director of Research Training (Hybrid Possible)
University of Notre Dame
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Posted: 21-Nov-24
Location: Notre Dame, Indiana
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 5817602
Associate Director of Research Training (Hybrid Possible)
University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Associate Director of Research Training (Hybrid Possible).
Applications will be accepted until 12/13/2024.
During the 2024 fiscal year, researchers at the University of Notre Dame submitted 1,310 proposals for external research funding for a total amount of $1.016 billion - the first time the University has surpassed the billion-dollar mark for proposals. In addition, the University received 829 separate awards - the largest number on record. With $224 million in total funding, these awards propelled the University past the $200 million mark for the fourth straight year. To support this immense growth, Notre Dame Research is recruiting talented research administration professionals to enhance the team that will steward our research enterprise into its next phase.
Notre Dame Research Administration and Compliance (NDRAC) is seeking an Associate Director of Research Training to lead the University's research administration and compliance training unit. Reporting to the Director of Research Policy and Training, this role is essential to advancing Notre Dame's research by providing comprehensive, effective education to researchers and staff involved in sponsored programs and compliance.
Position Overview: The Associate Director designs and establishes, develops, and leads training programs to equip Notre Dame researchers and staff with the skills and knowledge needed for regulatory compliance and effective research administration. This role involves strategic planning, curriculum design, program development, and team oversight. The Associate Director will:
Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with University researchers, administrators, and various departments to align training with University goals, ensure comprehensive coverage of compliance needs, and foster a learning culture.
Lead Curriculum Development: Oversee the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of training programs and resources, working with subject matter experts (SMEs) and instructional designers.
Manage Training Events: Plan and execute large-scale training events and ongoing learning experiences, tailoring content to meet federal, sponsor, and University standards.
Technology and Assessment: Manage learning management systems, evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, and adapt resources to ensure alignment with industry standards and evolving regulatory requirements.
Core Responsibilities
Develop and Oversee Programs: Manage and evaluate research administration and compliance training programs, including orientation, role-specific training, and regulatory requirements for new and ongoing employees.
Event Coordination: Lead the design and organization of key events, such as the annual symposium for research faculty and administrators. This includes managing all event logistics, from planning and promotion to follow-up and assessment.
Strategic Goal Alignment: Ensure training programs align with University objectives, translating strategic goals into learning outcomes and identifying skills gaps that the training curriculum can address.
Collaborate Across Departments: Engage stakeholders at all levels to create an inclusive, service-oriented training environment, updating content based on input from both internal and external resources.
Monitor and Evaluate: Continuously assess and improve training programs, using data to ensure they meet University standards and compliance requirements.
Why This Role? This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of research training at Notre Dame, fostering an environment where research excellence thrives through continuous learning. Ideal candidates are strategic, collaborative, and committed to creating high-quality training that advances the University's research objectives.
Preference given to fields of study that include, but are not limited to: Adult Learning and Development, Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Human Resource Management, or Business Administration.
Qualifications:
Well-qualified applicants will have the following preferred experience. Experience in and exposure to research in a higher education environment is beneficial. Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, provided the minimum degree requirement is met.
University Research:
Experience leading a training unit in a University research setting.
Three (3) or more years of experience and knowledge in research administration and compliance at a large diversified externally sponsored research enterprise.
Ability to understand the complexity of sponsored research administration in a University research environment, and the ability to communicate with a variety of constituents: faculty, staff, and external partners. Includes the ability to lead committees with a variety of stakeholders.
Ability to synthesize and simplify complicated policies and regulations for consumption by a variety of end-users.
Experience with electronic research administration (ERA) systems.
Education and Training:
Seven (7) or more years of work experience in strategically designing, developing, and delivering technical training programs, of which four (4) or more years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.
Demonstrated experience in planning and organizing curricula, developing and providing instruction, guidance, and creation of training materials required.
Experience organizing and coordinating large scale events.
Knowledge of mentoring relationships and programming.
Applied, working knowledge of adult learning and development strategies (ADDIE, e.g.), as well as experience with learning management systems (LMS).
Knowledge of various training delivery modes, proficiency in public speaking, and excellent interpersonal and human relations skills with a diverse audience.
Evidence of experience with presentation tools such as MS Power Point, Prezi, or similar tools.
Knowledge of evaluation methodology to measure the effectiveness of training solutions and materials.
Management of training professionals:
Manages a team of internal and external resources in the design, development, delivery and evaluation of an education and training curriculum and its components of programs, courses and events.
Works with an established network of education and training vendors and consultants with proven success in academic research environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
ABOUT NOTRE DAME: The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual 'Great Colleges to Work For' survey...and we are proud of it!
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S251590. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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The University of Notre Dame was founded in November 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross, a French missionary order. It is located adjacent to South Bend, Indiana, the center of a metropolitan area with a population of more than 315,000. Chartered by the state of Indiana in 1844, the University was governed by the Holy Cross priests until 1967, when governance was transferred to a two-tiered, mixed board of lay and religious trustees and fellows.