Director, Faculty Relations And Operational Excellence

The University of Oklahoma, as a flagship public institution, is committed to making a societal impact through research and creative activity. The Office of Research Services (ORS) works closely to ignite excellence in research, aiming to transform the lives of those around them. To further this mission, and the mission of the university, we are looking for a talented individual to serve as our Director of Faculty Relations and Operational Excellence. This position will influence the future by equipping staff with the necessary training and resources to leave a lasting impact.

Why OU:

At the University of Oklahoma, we pave the way for the future. The decisions we make today will also impact the lives of future generations. In addition to a job that gives fulfillment and your salary, you will also have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 16 - 25 hours of earned PTO per month

• Insurance plans for you and your family

• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee

• And much more! For a list of OU's benefits, click here.

What you will do:

• Handle day-to-day responsibilities for assigned projects and create long-term strategic plans for the department.

• Monitor federal and sponsor policy updates, ensuring compliance within the ORS, while equipping staff and faculty members with the tools and resources needed to complete their assigned tasks.

• Act as a bridge between faculty, primary investigators, ORS staff sponsors, and other stakeholders.

• Analyze root causes to enhance operational efficiency across all departments.

• Foster a culture of ongoing improvement and facilitate conflict resolution.

• Develop communication plans and represent the department in community outreach efforts.

• For a full job description, click here.

If you are ready to change the future for the better, prepare your resume and cover letter and click Apply Online! We look forward to hearing from you!

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, Healthcare, or related field, AND
• 72 months of project management experience which includes 36 months management or leadership experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 120 months of related experience.

Departmental Preferences:

• 72 months of research administration background in a university, non-profit, or funding agency setting

• 36 months of proposal and budget development with various funding agencies

• 24 months of experience in the development and design of training materials, training facilitation, instructional/curriculum design and/or related field

• Experience in proposal writing or other professional/technical writing/editing/proofreading

• Training and experience in strategic planning

• Certified Research Administrator (CRA)

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.