Jeff Richardson

Jeff Richardson has had a diverse work experience in the field of research administration and contract management. Jeff has held various roles and positions at different organizations, including Van Andel Institute, University of Maryland College Park, Northrop Grumman, and University of Maryland. Their responsibilities have ranged from managing sponsored research portfolios and complex contract negotiations to providing leadership and oversight for subcontracting portfolios. Jeff's expertise includes working with government funding agencies, private grant making entities, and DoD contracts.

Jeff Richardson has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from Wake Forest University, which they obtained in 2001. Jeff also has a Master of Science degree in Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, obtained in 2005. In addition, Jeff has a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from the University of Maryland Global Campus, obtained in 2004. Jeff has various certifications, including the University of Maryland Leadership Development Institute II - Transformational Leadership, obtained in 2016, and the Certified Research Administrator certification from the Research Administrators Certification Council, obtained in 2005. Jeff also holds the University of Maryland Research Administration Certification, obtained in 2003.