Position Title:Research Administrator II – Dairy Goat Health and Sustainability

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:Experience in project management for federally funded research.

MA, MS, and/or PhD degree animal science, anthropology, microbiology, epidemiology, infectious diseases, or a related discipline; DVM or VMD degree

Experience related to the dairy industry, animal science, and/or animal husbandry

Experience in federal funding agency policies and regulations.

Experience in general project management practices.

Experience related to data management and sharing.

Job Description:

Summary

The Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Preventative Medicine (VMPM) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Iowa State University, located in Ames, Iowa, is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time, Research Administrator II position.

This position will provide project support for a recently awarded USDA Sustainable Agricultural Systems grant related to the sustainability of dairy goat production in the United States. Responsibilities of this position include

overall management of the proposed activities, coordinating team meetings and regular reporting functions. The successful candidate will also oversee the general communication strategy within the team and with project stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with university and federal regulations and managing the project budget. The successful candidate will also assist with educational outreach events and event planning and coordinate these efforts with fellow team members. All CVM employees have a responsibility to maintain a positive workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. Collegial interactions with all co-workers in the CVM will be required. Faculty and staff are expected to model safe and fiscally responsible behavior for students.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Example of Duties

• Contributes to facility, center, institute, or function related policies, procedures, and programs and may recommend changes.

• Provides consultation to faculty, students, and staff regarding functional expertise, e.g. export controls, animal or human subjects research, sponsored programs administration, research contract negotiations, etc.

• Responsible for operating research-related activities and plans, develops, modifies, and implements research-related programs in compliance with university, local, state, federal, and funding agency regulations.

• Assists with sponsored funding development through evaluation and communication of funding opportunities. Assists investigators with preparing, routing, and submitting funding proposals.

• Assists with post-award project and financial administration through preparation of financial reports, monitoring budgets, and reconciling accounts. Ensures salaries are allocated to sponsored funding accounts. May support multiple research projects.

• Provides consultation in areas of research compliance, e.g. investigates and drafts reports of noncompliance, creates, develops, implements and maintains web-based compliance services and training, monitors compliance with contract/grant terms in accordance with university policies and state and federal regulations, etc.

• May perform other administrative tasks in support of research, e.g. organize and facilitate meetings/events, respond to inquiries, recruit research participants, monitor research protocols, data collection/analysis/management, maintain website/social media content, etc.

Level Guidelines• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity• Provides guidance to students

Department Description:

The VMPM department has a three-tiered mission of teaching, research and service, and is addressed by a highly-productive faculty, energetic graduate students, and the additional expertise of adjunct faculty. Our research is applied to improvement of animal health, public health and food safety. Our faculty have instructional responsibilities for bacteriology, immunology, virology, microbiology, epidemiology and public health. VMPM’s mission is to create an environment that promotes excellence in teaching, research and service through innovation and discovery. The department imparts knowledge and skills in infectious diseases, encourages lifelong learning, conducts basic and applied research focused on animal and human health, participates in professional and community service, and partners with stakeholders to address societal needs.

The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to the enhancement of the health and well-being of animals and human beings through excellence in education, research, professional practice and committed service to the State of Iowa, the nation and the world. We know that a range of experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an academic community accessible to all. We value each member of the Iowa State University community for their insights and efforts, collective and individual, to enhance the quality of campus life. We seek individuals with a commitment to fostering a climate where all people have access and opportunity to fully participate. The university has an expectation that all employees will strive to adhere to and embody Iowa State University's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) .

Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best college (https://discoverames.com/) towns in the nation.

Appointment Type:Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:December 31, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS808

Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: November 11, 2024

Posting Close Date:November 24, 2024

Job Requisition Number:R15890

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

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