Director, Research Development Services

Prairie View A&M University Director, Research Development Services Job TitleDirector, Research Development ServicesAgencyPrairie View A&M UniversityDepartmentResearch AdministrationProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationPrairie View, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionThe Director of Research Development Services plays a strategic leadership role in advancing the university's research enterprise. This position is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, supporting faculty in proposal development, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and enhancing the overall competitiveness of PVAMU's research portfolio.This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding."The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position." Responsibilities: Leadership

• Lead initiatives to expand research capacity and funding.
• Align research development strategies with institutional goals.
• Assist faculty and research staff in preparing competitive grant proposals.

Training

• Provide training and workshops on grant writing and funding strategies.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary research teams and partnerships.
• Engage with external agencies, foundations, and industry partners.
• Promote research achievements through internal and external channels.
• Coordinate with Research Communications to highlight impact.

Service

• Ensure alignment with university policies and sponsor guidelines.
• Collaborate with the Office of Research Grants & Contracts on submissions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master's degree in a relevant field such as Public Administration, Higher Education, Research Administration, Science/Engineering, or Business.
• Five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 6-7 years of progressively responsible experience in research development, sponsored programs, or grant administration.
• Demonstrated success in leading or supporting large-scale, multi-investigator proposals.
• Experience working with federal, state, and private funding agencies (e.g., NSF, NIH, DOE, USDA, DoD).
• Deep understanding of the grant lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award processes.
• Familiarity with funding databases such as Pivot, Grants.gov, and Research.gov.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in technical writing and editing.
• Ability to analyze funding trends and align them with institutional research strengths.

Job Posting Close Date:

• 11/30/2025

Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-TX/Director--Research-Development-Services_R-088063-2?workerSubType=0e1cd8ed3502012ddf607157e74b7d04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020103f9b47257e74b7f04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed350201da3af87057e74b7c04&workerSubType=0e1cd8ed35020108df607157e74b7e04 About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, masters degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of "the first class" in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a "University of the first class" begins here! Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730. jeid-db0ad1aa6d331643bb0ee8e6d42f16f6