New

Director of Research Support

East Carolina University

Commensurate with Qualifications

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Mar 09, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Director of Research Support
Position Number	COE- Dir Research
Vacancy Open to	ECU Employees
Department	AAH College of Education
Department Homepage	https://education.ecu.edu/ecucs/
Advertising Department	COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Division	Academic Affairs
Classification Title	Director
Working Title	Director for Research Support
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	N/A
Full Time or Part Time	Part Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.	Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Position Type	Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category	Faculty (Teaching)
Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The mission of the College of Education is to prepare and develop professionals in vocational teacher education and information/office education through effective teaching, the dissemination of knowledge, generation and application of research, and service to the educational business communities. The College is committed to the purpose of preparing educational and business professionals who are both academically and technically proficient. The teacher education programs share the additional purposes of preparing professional educators who are reflective in practice, committed to the intellectual empowerment of others, and guided by the larger democratic purposes of American education.
Job Duties	INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University. The Director of Research Support serves as a strategic advisor and resource to the Associate Dean for Research, Innovation, and Development, providing specialized leadership for research-related initiatives within the College of Education. This position focuses on strengthening faculty research capacity, supporting grant development, and advancing scholarly productivity, compliance, and collaboration opportunities. The Director works collaboratively with department chairs, faculty, institutes/centers, the Dean's office, UMCIRB, Office of Research Integrity and Compliance and other university partners to enhance research infrastructure and drive impact across the College. Research Support and Development * Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to the Associate Dean on research policies, programs, and initiatives. * Identify and implement centralized supports for faculty research, including grant-writing assistance, mentorship, and resource development. * Coordinate research-related funding opportunities, including internal grants, external proposals, and collaborative partnerships. * Serve as a liaison between faculty researchers and College administration, facilitating communication and resource alignment. * Collaborate with the UMCIRB and Office of Research Integrity and Compliance to ensure compliance with university and federal research regulations. * Perform other duties as assigned that advance research and scholarly activity within the College. Capacity Building and Partnership Development * Promote a culture of research excellence aligned with the College and University mission, strategic plan, and academic priorities. * Support the development of interdisciplinary research teams and partnerships with industry, nonprofits, and community organizations. * Assist with coordination of research-related events, workshops, and networking opportunities for faculty and students. * Contribute to assessment and reporting of research initiatives, including impact metrics and stakeholder feedback. The selected candidate will retain their faculty status and receive an administrative stipend. Contingent on availability of funding.
Minimum Education/Experience	Current tenured or tenured track faculty member within the College of Education. Knowledge of research development, compliance, and funding processes. Demonstrated strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation	N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Experience developing and managing external grants and partnerships. Familiarity with university research administration and sponsored programs. Experience working across multiple academic units.
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant	East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information online. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section in the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. Applicants much be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant	In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date	03/09/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins	03/24/2026
Rank Level	Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91687
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Eligibility for Employment	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
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