Position range in Grafton County $68k - $179k Per Year Director, Office of Sponsored Projects

Dartmouth College

Occupation:

Management Occupations

Location:

Hanover, NH - 03755

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

06/02/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

Inside Higher Ed | Recruit Military | Dartmouth College

Web Site:

www.insidehighered.com

Job #: 3511648

Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite

Full Time Schedule

Full Time

Job Description

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Job Details Posting date:

06/01/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes Position Number:

0010600

Position Title:

Director, Office of Sponsored Projects Hiring Range Minimum:

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SEIU Position FLSA Status:

Exempt Employment Category:

Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per

Year:

12 Scheduled Hours per

Week:

40

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only Is this a term position?: No If yes, length of term in months.: NA Is this a grant funded position?:

No Position Purpose:

The Director, Office of Sponsored Projects is the senior authorized official for all pre- and post-award administration of externally funded research. The Director leads the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) and assists the Dartmouth research community in securing and ensuring appropriate stewardship of government and private funding. The Director establishes the office's mission and ensures that the actions and activities of OSP staff align with and support that mission. Additional Information

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Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience Required Qualifications -

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• 15 years of progressively responsible experience in grants and contracts administration.
• 7 or more years of senior-level experience in sponsored projects or sponsored activity administration.
• Demonstrated success in a senior management role within a complex, decentralized organization.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with faculty and staff at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead through influence, drive change, and succeed in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing sponsored projects, with the ability to interpret and communicate requirements clearly.
• Sound judgment and strong negotiation skills.
• High ethical standards and demonstrated experience handling confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and use grant management systems effectively.
• Ongoing commitment to professional development and to advancing the research administration profession.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant experience in an academic setting is strongly preferred.
• An advanced degree (e.g., M.S., M.B.A.) is preferred.
• Experience working directly with federal officials is strongly preferred Department Contact for

Recruitment Inquiries:

Kyle Hastbacka Department Contact Phone Number:

Kyle.

M.Hastbacka@dartmouth.edu Department Contact for

Cover Letter and Title:

Dean Madden, Vice Provost for

Research Equal Opportunity Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check:

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?: Not an essential function Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

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Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85911

Description:

Strategic Leadership, Workflow & Technology -

• Serves as senior staff to the Vice Provost for Research, advising on sponsored-project activities and related policy development.
• Partners with school leadership, central offices, and senior administration to shape research policy and administration.
• Leads improvements to workflows, business processes, policies, and systems to reduce redundancy, increase efficiency, and strengthen service quality.
• Partners with Information Technology & Consulting (ITC) to identify and prioritize technology enhancements that improve the functionality of researc.

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