Executive Director of Research Infrastructure

2 months ago

Worcester, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Worcester Polytechnic Institute Full time

Job Title: Executive Director Research Facilities

Job Summary:

The Executive Director for Research Facilities is the centralized lead for research infrastructure planning and strategic support, working across campus to maximize scientific output and operational efficiencies within WPI's research infrastructure and core facilities. This position provides leadership and guidance on the enhancement of strategic, administrative, operational, and marketing activities of WPI's core facilities and broader research infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establishes a faculty advisory committee to create a strategic plan for research infrastructure, focusing on maximizing usage capacity, forecasting equipment maintenance and technology refresh needs.
  • Coordinates with core facility management to establish and operationalize the necessary research infrastructure to advance the institution's research mission and facilitate productive and sustainable research activities and external engagement.
  • Oversees the day-to-day provision of operational and user support of centralized core facilities, ensuring optimal customer satisfaction, adherence to relevant funding agency provisions, and compliance with all relevant regulations, guidelines, policies, and standards.
  • Manages the installation of new equipment, maintenance/vendor relations, and troubleshoots/repairs equipment not under service contract. Identifies and decommissions out-of-date equipment and technology.
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures for identifying, processing, and administering user proposals; develops comprehensive systems for capturing appropriate tracking data.
  • Provides guidance and useful tools for core facility short-term goals and objectives, long-range strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; allowing leaders across WPI to monitor and evaluate programmatic and operational effectiveness, and to facilitate changes required for improvement.
  • Manages core facility communications, including website, social media, client feedback, and print media. Conducts tours, demonstrations, and instructional workshops.
  • Designs, establishes, and maintains an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the organization's goals and objectives; oversees recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of unit staff.
  • Leads and/or assists in preparation and writing of grant and budget proposals. Prepares written and oral reports to other units, and supports agencies. Collaborates on relevant grant opportunities for core operating support, infrastructure expansion/sustainment, and scientific instrument purchases.
  • Presents core services and research findings at seminars and conferences.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge and experience typically acquired through completion of a Doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible related research facility management experience.
  • Experience in business strategy and operations and in developing business models/marketing services to both internal and external customers.
  • Demonstrated track record of developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships among stakeholders in university, industry, government, and/or the non-profit sector.
  • Excellent technical and interpersonal communication skills and comfortable with public speaking.
  • Outstanding leadership skills and the ability to build transdisciplinary teams.
  • Strong documentation skills to assist in writing proposals, comprehensive reports for clients, and collaboration for scientific projects.

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer: WPI is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem-solving, innovation, high performance, and change-making.

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