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Director of Research Development (7399U) - 63510
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Director of Research Development (7399U) - 63510
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About UC Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff. The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its internationally recognized academic and research excellence; its transformative opportunity for a diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience.
Departmental Overview The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) is one of the nation’s top‑ranked schools of education, offering unparalleled scholarship and professional training that prepares future leaders of education policy, practice, and research. With a diverse faculty and student body, BSE is rooted in equity and social justice, committed to improving teaching and learning for all students through exemplary programs.
Position Summary Reporting to the Associate Dean of Research, the Director of Research Development develops and oversees the School’s research portfolio, aligning and uplifting the priorities of the School in coordination with the Assistant Dean of Development and External Relations.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty to identify areas of institutional research priorities.
Provide strategic planning support to the Dean’s Office.
Assist with sponsor site visits.
Raise the profile of BSE strengths that add to visibility and impact with external funding sources.
Develop regular communications about new funding opportunities for BSE faculty and students.
Conduct grant writing workshops.
Convene and coordinate multi‑disciplinary interest groups.
Catalyze new cross‑disciplinary research initiatives.
Develop and/or coordinate resources and tools to promote collaboration.
Maintain faculty expertise database and other collaboration tools.
Facilitate collaborations between investigators at UC Berkeley and other institutes.
Assist faculty applying for new research funding opportunities, especially junior faculty, training grants, and complex multi‑faculty proposals.
Provide proposal development support including grant writing, editing, and budget development.
Liaise with funding agencies during the proposal development process.
Support faculty to ensure smooth post‑award launch of newly funded grants and contracts.
Maintain a file of successful proposals.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge of and/or ability to quickly learn UC Berkeley, including its mission, vision, goals, policies, and infrastructure; strong knowledge of issues in higher education.
Experience in grant proposal development with government agencies and private philanthropies.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening, and political acumen skills.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem recognition, avoidance, and resolution skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in education, grant writing, and/or training and/or equivalent experience/training.
Demonstrated knowledge of the K‑16+ education landscape and commitment to excellence and equity in public education.
Salary & Benefits This is a 3‑year, full‑time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension with continued funding. This is a monthly paid, exempt position. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $85,800.00 – $158,200.00.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
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About UC Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff. The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its internationally recognized academic and research excellence; its transformative opportunity for a diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience.
Departmental Overview The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) is one of the nation’s top‑ranked schools of education, offering unparalleled scholarship and professional training that prepares future leaders of education policy, practice, and research. With a diverse faculty and student body, BSE is rooted in equity and social justice, committed to improving teaching and learning for all students through exemplary programs.
Position Summary Reporting to the Associate Dean of Research, the Director of Research Development develops and oversees the School’s research portfolio, aligning and uplifting the priorities of the School in coordination with the Assistant Dean of Development and External Relations.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with faculty to identify areas of institutional research priorities.
Provide strategic planning support to the Dean’s Office.
Assist with sponsor site visits.
Raise the profile of BSE strengths that add to visibility and impact with external funding sources.
Develop regular communications about new funding opportunities for BSE faculty and students.
Conduct grant writing workshops.
Convene and coordinate multi‑disciplinary interest groups.
Catalyze new cross‑disciplinary research initiatives.
Develop and/or coordinate resources and tools to promote collaboration.
Maintain faculty expertise database and other collaboration tools.
Facilitate collaborations between investigators at UC Berkeley and other institutes.
Assist faculty applying for new research funding opportunities, especially junior faculty, training grants, and complex multi‑faculty proposals.
Provide proposal development support including grant writing, editing, and budget development.
Liaise with funding agencies during the proposal development process.
Support faculty to ensure smooth post‑award launch of newly funded grants and contracts.
Maintain a file of successful proposals.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge of and/or ability to quickly learn UC Berkeley, including its mission, vision, goals, policies, and infrastructure; strong knowledge of issues in higher education.
Experience in grant proposal development with government agencies and private philanthropies.
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communications, active listening, and political acumen skills.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem recognition, avoidance, and resolution skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in education, grant writing, and/or training and/or equivalent experience/training.
Demonstrated knowledge of the K‑16+ education landscape and commitment to excellence and equity in public education.
Salary & Benefits This is a 3‑year, full‑time (40 hours/week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension with continued funding. This is a monthly paid, exempt position. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $85,800.00 – $158,200.00.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This is not a visa opportunity.
Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.
To apply, visit
Apply here .
#J-18808-Ljbffr