Managing Director, Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society & the Banatao Institute Academic Coordinator
University of California Merced
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Posted: 02-Nov-23
Location: Merced, California
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4746419
Managing Director, Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society & the Banatao Institute Academic Coordinator
University of California Merced
Position overview Position title: Managing Director Salary range: See Table 36 for the salary range for this position. The full salary range for this position is $74,896 - $145,892 Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: August 1, 2023 Position duration: 1 year renewable Application Window
Open date: July 12, 2023
Most recent review date: Monday, Nov 20, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Thursday, Jul 11, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description CITRIS Description
The Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society (CITRIS) and the Banatao Institute is a University of California Research Center focused on creating IT solutions that generate societal and economic benefits for everyone. UC Merced is recognized as one of four CITRIS campuses: UC Merced, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, and UC Santa Cruz. CITRIS at UC Merced addresses California's most pressing societal and environmental problems by leveraging cutting-edge technologies, developing novel research, and conducting outreach through student-driven initiatives, seed grants and faculty research, and community, educational and industry partnerships.
Job Description
Under the supervision of the CITRIS faculty director, the successful applicant will manage CITRIS Merced's programming and the center's operations. This position will be responsible for helping develop and maintain partnerships with researchers, administrators, staff, education partners and lead strategic development of new programs and initiatives in technology.
In cooperation with the faculty director, they will lead short- and long-term operational planning and budgeting, hire and supervise support personnel and student assistants, and provide analyses of budgetary, financial, accounting and reporting in support of programmatic needs. The managing director will also develop and coordinate CITRIS events and outreach including supervision of an extension and outreach coordinator, attending and facilitating meetings between directors, faculty, stakeholders, advisory boards and community events, and developing materials such as digital media, impact reports, reviews and white papers. Qualifications
Basic qualifications
Master's degree or equivalent
Experience editing and writing for both academic and public audiences.
Experience working on teams with differing expertise and backgrounds towards a shared goal.
Experience with either: 1) research development and implementation, 2) applications of science and technology for the benefit of society, or 3) diversity, equity, inclusion or belonging.
Demonstrated ability to independently perform a range of responsibilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred qualifications
Master's or PhD (inc. ABD) in engineering, science, health or sustainability
Understanding or experience with the higher education system
Knowledge of university structures, policies and procedures
Experience in research-related administrative matters or experience with federal grant submission process
Demonstrated track record in effective team-building, delivering and facilitating trainings, workshops, or other meetings. Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Past Program Coordination and Research Experience
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
Apply link:https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01604 Help contact:[email protected] About UC Merced The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. With 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy. Job location Merced, CA
UC Merced is the first new American research university built in the 21st century, with a mission of research, teaching and service. The campus opened Sept. 5, 2005, in the San Joaquin Valley. The university is about an hour north of Fresno, two hours south of Sacramento, two hours southeast of San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, and 90 minutes west of Yosemite National Park.
