Manager – Research & Grants Office

About the role

The Manager of the Research & Grants Office supports the Assistant Vice President for Research in overseeing all operational, administrative, and grant‑related activities of the Academic Research & Grants Office. The role ensures smooth coordination of research operations, compliance, reporting, and external collaborations to advance the university’s research strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily office operations, including workflow planning, calendar coordination, project tracking, SharePoint management, documentation, records management, and SOP maintenance.
• Coordinate internal and external grant activities: identify funding opportunities, manage proposal calls, track submissions, oversee review processes, administer awards, and handle post‑award monitoring and close‑out.
• Maintain research ethics and compliance functions, including ethics submissions, committee records, conflict‑of‑interest documentation, and training programs.
• Prepare regular research reports, dashboards, KPI tracking, accreditation evidence, and impact documentation in collaboration with institutional research and academic units.
• Liaise with funding agencies, government bodies, industry partners, and institutional stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective collaboration.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing research office operations or grant administration.
• Familiarity with research ethics, compliance procedures, and institutional reporting requirements.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills to handle multiple projects and stakeholders.

Required skills

• SharePoint