AI Research Operations Manager

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Position Summary:

The Division of Research at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a CA-AI Research Operations Manager - Boca Raton, FL.

Center for Connected Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence (CCA-AI) is a leading interdisciplinary research center focused on advancing artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and resilient wireless networking across underwater, surface, air, and space environments. The center conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as autonomous communications, machine learning, GPS-denied navigation, spectrum sharing, and intelligent decision-making for complex operational environments. CCA-AI brings together a collaborative team of faculty, researchers, and students dedicated to developing innovative technologies with real-world impact. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to pioneering research while helping shape the next generation of AI-enabled autonomous systems.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Support the administration of the CA_AI lab's growing research portfolio of federal and privately sponsored research programs. ​
• Assist with proposal development, including budget preparation; materials collection (e.g., biosketches, current and pending); narrative framing; proofreading and editing; and compliance checks.
• Support project management activities, including tracking and reporting of technical deliverables.
• Manage project compliance activities, including scheduled and ad hoc reporting.
• Managing CA_AI lab students and volunteers.
• Manage the tracking and ordering of lab supplies and equipment, and coordinate maintenance scheduling as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between CA-AI and sponsor administrative teams.
• Represent CA-AI at relevant meetings, both internally and externally.
• Assist the Director in coordinating and participating in meetings with sponsors and external stakeholders.
• 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.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the CA-AI Director.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

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: 

• 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. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Sick Leave Pool Program. 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 

• 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). 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Salary:

$60,000 - $70,000 Annually.

Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Institute for Smarter Cities, Spaces, and Health

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8a.m-5p.m

Application Deadline:

2026-11-05

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
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.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
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.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.