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What is an associate research director?

An Associate Research Director is a senior-level professional who helps oversee the planning, execution, and management of research projects within an organization. They typically support the Research Director by supervising research teams, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget, and maintaining the quality and integrity of research output. Associate Research Directors also play a key role in developing research strategies, analyzing data, and communicating findings to stakeholders. Their position often serves as a bridge between research staff and upper management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate research director?

To thrive as an Associate Research Director, you need advanced expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and project management, usually supported by a graduate degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with statistical software (such as SPSS or R), data visualization tools, and experience with research management systems are typically required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills enable you to guide teams and present complex findings to stakeholders effectively. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality research insights, ensuring project success, and supporting organizational goals.

What are some common challenges faced by associate research directors when managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Associate Research Directors often juggle several projects at once, which requires excellent organizational and time management skills. Balancing priorities, allocating resources efficiently, and ensuring consistent communication across teams can be demanding, especially when deadlines overlap or project scopes change. Additionally, maintaining high-quality standards while mentoring junior researchers and coordinating with senior leadership adds to the complexity. To succeed, it's important to develop strong delegation skills and foster collaborative relationships within the research team.

What is the difference between Associate Research Director vs Research Manager?

AspectAssociate Research DirectorResearch Manager
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in relevant field, often with research experienceBachelor's or Master's, with focus on project management and research oversight
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, overseeing research teams, high-level decision makingManaging research projects, coordinating teams, ensuring project deliverables
Industry UsageUsed in corporate, academic, and government research settingsCommon in corporate and institutional research departments

The Associate Research Director typically holds a higher strategic role, overseeing multiple research projects and teams, while the Research Manager focuses on managing specific research projects and day-to-day operations. Both roles require strong research credentials, but the Associate Research Director is more involved in strategic planning and leadership.

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Infographic showing various Associate Research Director job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Hybrid job distribution.

Research Development Associate (Grant-funded)

Spelman College

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Position Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.

Position Title Research Development Associate (Grant-funded) Position Summary
The Research Development Associate (RDA) for the NSF-funded Atlanta University Center (AUC)-GRANTED project reports directly to the Director of Research Development & Sponsored Programs. The individual will manage and coordinate the proposal pre-review process across the AUC to ensure successful integration and implementation of the proposal pre-review service that has already been developed. They will develop and deliver in-person and virtual research development workshops, and guidance materials to train faculty across the AUC in grant writing. The RDA will lead strategic activities to assess potential collaborations (internal and external) and support collaboration and partnership building events. Additionally, the RDA will work with the Director of AUC-GRANTED Operations to identify processes, training and other support mechanisms to build faculty proposal-development skills and work collaboratively to implement solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides administrative support for the AUC-GRANTED Project leadership by:
o Oversee the usage of the AUC-GRANTED Proposal Pre-Review Service. Will track usage and implement strategies to market, train and encourage researchers to use the service
o Will work with the Director of Research Development & Sponsored Programs to development short and long-term goals for developing and implementing research development services for Spelman College
o Analyze the funding priorities of the federal government using strategic intelligence best practices. Develop actionable recommendations to position Spelman researchers for forecasted opportunities and execute related collaborative efforts
o Interfacing with key units of the College (e.g., Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Office of Research, Innovation, & Collaboration, and Office of Strategic Communications & Marketing) as needed to manage activities;
o Develop trainings, workshops and tools to support the development of faculty's understanding of what research development is and how research development services will enhance their grantsmanship skills
o Maintaining a database of faculty and staff utilizing research development services
o Collaborate with faculty on proposals through the following activities: conducting literature reviews, ensuring proposed research aligns with federal funding priorities, analyzing gaps in the research team and taking the lead on bridging those gaps with internal and external partnership development, and other research and team development activities as needed per project
o Communicates the outcomes of research development associate activities through written reports and presentations
o Lead the progress reporting and analysis of research development associate initiatives to share with College leadership
o Support efforts to increase collaborations with internal and external partners, including identifying potential research partners and managing outreach to both internal and external stakeholders
o Plan and facilitate networking events to introduce Spelman College researchers to potential external partners
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and four years of research administrative and/or project management experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training, is required. Candidate's background should include research development experience.
The ideal candidate for this position is self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive; additionally, has a strong work ethic, excellent organizational, budget, and time management skills. The incumbent must possess:
  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • strong interpersonal skills and customer service focus
  • professional demeanor with the ability to interface with internal and external constituents/stakeholders with respect, diplomacy, tact, and confidentiality
  • highly proficient experience in spreadsheet management, data collection, and data presentation using Microsoft Office Suite

Independent judgment is necessary to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail. Work requires fact-finding and compilation skills plus the ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously, at times with little supervision. The ability to work effectively under pressure, be proactive, demonstrate initiative, and promote teamwork is a key asset in the role.
The individual must have excellent record maintenance and database management skills, and/or the appropriate aptitude to learn quickly. This individual is expected to be comfortable undertaking a collaborative approach to problem solving while working in a fast-paced environment. The RDA will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, along with experience in teaching/training faculty.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate level computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Some applications may require advanced skills. In addition to producing written correspondence and e-mails, the utilization of formula-embedded spreadsheets/Smartsheet, database management skills, and Internet navigation are essential components of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a formal office or unit specializing in research development in a college/university setting is preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, Restrictions
None. CRA/CPRA/CFRA certification preferred. Evidence of training or certification related to research development is a plus.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, use hands to handle office supplies, operate computer and other office equipment, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, walk, and stand. The employee is occasionally required to: stoop, climb, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
Shift Days % Travel Required 1% - 25% Full Time/Part Time Full-time Work Location/Schedule: This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. FLSA Exempt Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Candidate Start Date Position End Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SC0910P Posting Open Date 07/17/2026 Posting Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement
Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

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