ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

at  Duke University

DUKE UNIVERSITY:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

This position functions as the leader that manages the growth of Pratt faculty pursuing large center-scale research programs, such as through large grants and contracts spanning multiple disciplines and faculty. The position is in the Pratt School of Engineering Dean’s Office and works closely with Departments and Units. Pratt has a large, complex, diverse, and rapidly growing portfolio of research grants and contracts. Analysis and reporting of activities and trends, as well as supporting initiatives to promote sponsored research proposal opportunities.

EDUCATION

Work requires a general business background generally equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field.

EXPERIENCE

Work requires 4 years related business or administrative experience to EXPERIENCE OR ANY OTHER EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR functions. acquire competence in applying general personnel practices, accounting and budgeting principles and coordination of major administrative. A master’s degree in a business-related field may be substituted for 2 years experience.
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