IUPAC is seeking an experienced administrator for a part time position to oversee a new funding initiative supervised by IUPAC and supported by international research funding agencies. IUPAC will hold a transnational/transcontinental call for proposals in polymer chemistry supported by a consortium of funding agencies. The goal of this first pilot call is to establish an efficient transnational funding program in chemistry, transcending national boundaries, with minimal bureaucracy. This call is intended to foster tri-national co-operation in polymer chemistry and encourages involvement of researchers from developing countries. The call will be announced in September 2009.
The Grants Administrator will receive international proposals, work with the IUPAC Polymer Division to identify proposal reviewers, track progress of the review process and prepare for final review of the top proposals in Glasgow Scotland in July 2010. The Grants Administrator will formally report to Dr. Christopher Ober, President of the IUPAC Polymer Division and Dr. Dennis Smith, liaison to the IUPAC Polymer Division and work with Dr. John Jost, Executive Director of IUPAC. The individual will also serve as an expert in assessing the proposal review process, suggest improvements to the receipt and distribution of proposals and generally aid in the goal of establishing best practices for international funding programs
The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) is an innovative, global organization representing the international chemistry community. The IUPAC Secretariat has a current staff of six and is located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA.
Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years experience in research funding management in a university or corporate environment required; PhD or other advanced degree with 8 years of progressively complex and responsible experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service and proven effective and well-developed organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills also required.
Salary is for a part time, temporary position and commensurate with experience. Only applicants with permanent residence status in the USA can be considered.
IUPAC headquarters, located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative non-governmental organization. IUPAC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
Interested applicants are asked to send their applications, including CVs and the names and contact details of three referees, by e-mail to the Secretariat at secretariat@iupac.org.