Asst VC Research Administration

Position Overview

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research Administration (AVCRA) at North Carolina A&T State University is a key leadership position within the institution’s research administration structure. The AVCRA will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the comprehensive research administration functions within the Division of Research to support the university’s research mission. This position requires a dynamic and experienced individual capable of providing strategic direction and fostering a customer-focused culture of excellence in research administration.

The AVCRA will work to support the research mission as set forth in the Division and University strategic plans. As a key member of the leadership team for the Division of Research, the AVCRA serves as an advocate and an advisor for research administration activities. The AVCRA will effectively interface in a leadership capacity on behalf of the VCR with central administration, colleges, and other agencies and is responsible for building strong partnerships and relationships within this broader community to assure institutional compliance.

The AVCRA serves as an officer of the University with delegated authority to execute sponsored agreements on behalf of the VCR and may hold signature sub-delegation. This position oversees and directs the Office of Sponsored Programs and the Office of Contracts and Grants, which are responsible for assisting NCA&T faculty and staff in their efforts to secure and fulfill externally funded sponsored projects. The AVCRA ensures that each office is efficient and effective in its day-to-day operations, and that it operates with a strong service mindset and supports the research mission of the university and the researcher community.

• Recruitment and Hiring: Lead strategic hiring initiatives for research administration staff, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and principles.
• Capacity Building: Assess current and future staffing needs to support research growth and compliance. Develop and implement scalable staffing models and cross-functional training programs to enhance operational efficiency and resilience across research administration units.
• Performance Metrics and Reporting: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate staff productivity, service quality, and operational effectiveness. Conduct regular reviews and data-driven analyses to inform decision-making, improve processes, and support institutional reporting requirements.
• Professional Development Strategy: Design and oversee comprehensive professional development plans tailored to individual and team needs. Promote continuous learning through workshops, certifications, mentoring, and participation in national research administration networks. Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and career progression.

Minimum Requirements

Strong leadership, entrepreneurship and administration skills as well as a Master’s Degree with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in research and sponsored program administration, preferably with pre-award and post-award tasks for grants and contracts in a higher education.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The successful candidate will possess a distinguished record of excellence in research administration through demonstrated excellence and through professional activity. Certification as CRA and record of NCURA and SRA membership.

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.