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Grants, Research & PhD Program Manager

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job # 040336
Department Code 21226-2056
Department School of Management
Job Title Grants, Research & PhD Program Manager
Location Syracuse, NY
Pay Range $58,500 - $63,000
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level S4
FLSA Status Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type Full-time
Campus Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code Not Applicable
Job Description
The position will support and help drive the Whitman School of Management’s grants, PhD Program, and research activities. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Research and PhD Programs, this role is multi-faceted and encompasses:
  • Identifying and tapping into diverse grant sources; aligning them with the Whitman School’s research and programmatic needs; and actively providing critical support to faculty in pursuing appropriate grant opportunities in line with Whitman’s strength areas.
  • Coordinating and offering clerical support to administrative aspects of the PhD and research programs, including managing all inquiries to the PhD and research programs, administering PhD applications, aiding in communications with PhD students, Whitman research faculty, and the general public; and providing administrative support to the Associate Dean and appropriate faculty committees.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree
Job Specific Qualifications
Writing and Communication Skills:
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, both in writing and verbally.
  • Mastery of the English language at a professional level.
  • High-detail orientation with a strong capacity for reading and comprehending complex documents.

Management Skills:
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and requests, adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, provide timely follow up, and pay close attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, make quick decisions, and show cultural sensitivity.
  • Exceptional customer service ethic and problem-solving abilities.
  • Commitment to high professional standards, including discretion, ability to work with others of different backgrounds, and ability to deal with stress.
Computer  Skills:
  • Proficiency in computer software such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of PeopleSoft or related University systems is a strong preference.
  • Demonstrated technological savvy and willingness to learn University systems.
Responsibilities
Grant Research Support:
  • Research and identify grant funding opportunities that align with Whitman’s research areas and program strengths. Support faculty to draft, develop, and submit compelling grant proposals that adhere to guidelines and submission deadlines.


Grant Management Support:
  • Administer grants, ensuring that all projects stay on course with funding requirements and that reports are submitted in a timely manner. Work collaboratively with the Assistant Director of Budget and Finance and other administrative personnel, including in central offices at Syracuse University, such as the Office of Sponsored Programs, Office of Sponsored Accounting and the VP of Research. Maintain current grant records, to make sure Whitman has accurate tracking and reporting.

Administrative Support of PhD and Research Programs:
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for the PhD and research programs, providing coordination between faculty, students, and administration. Assist in the PhD admissions process, including communications, application reviews, and administrative support. Oversee the administration of the PhD and research programs, maintain a structure that makes for smooth operations and efficiently organized seminars, workshops, and projects.

Other Administrative Support:
  • Assist the Associate Dean with day-to-day administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling, correspondence, record-keeping, and budgetary expenditures. Coordination with other University Offices on campus related to PhD programs and budget, as appropriate. Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
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Tools/Equipment
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Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/102338
Job Posting Date 02/02/2024
Application Deadline
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
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