<p>Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.</p> <p>For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.</p> <p>Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>The Center for Connected Autonomy and AI (CA-AI) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a highly organized and motivated CA-AI Research Operations Manager to support its growing portfolio of federally and privately sponsored research programs. This position is critical in helping CA-AI scale its project portfolio while ensuring efficient administration of projects and awards, and upholding compliance and stewardship obligations. The position will report directly to the CA-AI Director and work closely with the Associate Director for Research Programs in I-SENSE, as well as the Administrator of Office Operations.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Support the administration of the CA_AI lab's growing research portfolio of federal and privately sponsored research programs. </li><li>Assist with proposal development, including budget preparation; materials collection (e.g., biosketches, current and pending); narrative framing; proofreading and editing; and compliance checks. </li><li>Support project management activities, including tracking and reporting of technical deliverables. </li><li>Manage project compliance activities, including scheduled and ad hoc reporting. </li><li>Managing CA_AI lab students and volunteers. </li><li>Manage the tracking and ordering of lab supplies and equipment, and coordinate maintenance scheduling as needed. </li><li>Serve as a liaison between CA-AI and sponsor administrative teams. </li><li>Represent CA-AI at relevant meetings, both internally and externally. </li><li>Assist the Director in coordinating and participating in meetings with sponsors and external stakeholders. </li><li>Collaborate closely with the Associate Director for Research Programs in I-SENSE and the Administrator of Office Operations to ensure the optimal success of the CA_AI Lab. </li><li>Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the CA-AI Director. </li></ul> <p>FAU Benefits and Perks</p> <p>If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. </li><li>State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. </li><li>State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. </li><li>Sick Leave Pool Program. </li><li>Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion). </li><li>Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day </li><li>Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). </li></ul> <p>For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php</p> <p>Explore Living in Palm Beach County</p> <p>The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: www.bdb.org/apartments</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <p>Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications/Skills:</p> <p>Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.</p> <p>Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and offer professional, solutions-driven service.</p> <p>Ability to manage deadlines across multiple stakeholders in a high-volume environment.</p> <p>Salary:</p> <p>$58,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year.</p> <p>College or Department:</p> <p>Division of Research - ISENSE: Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Boca Raton</p> <p>Work Days and Hours:</p> <p>Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with occasional work after hours as needed.</p> <p>Application Deadline:</p> <p>2026-03-20</p> <p>Special Instructions to Applicant:</p> <p>This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.</p> <p>APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:</p> <p>Resume</p> <p>OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:</p> <p>Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.</p> <p>PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:</p> <p>Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.</p> <p>REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:</p> <p>Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.</p>