Managing Director, NSF Center for the Mechanical Control of Chemistry

Job Title

Managing Director, NSF Center for the Mechanical Control of Chemistry

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Are you interested in working for a newly created research center out of Texas A&M University in College Station, TX? The Department of Chemistry is hiring a Managing Director for the new NSF Center for the Mechanical Control of Chemistry (NSF-CMCC). The Center needs an individual capable of supporting executive oversight and strategic planning and action. The Managing Director will help to facilitate the research activities, aid in the review and allocation of resources, support activities for securing additional funding, and supervise CMCC staff, to ensure program strategies and activities align with the NSF-CMCC vision and mission.

Opportunities to contribute:

• Provide managerial and operational oversight

• Exercises supervisory authority over Center staff

• Develop, oversee, and evaluate research program strategic planning initiatives

• Establish objectives to ensure appropriate use of financial, administrative, and staffing resources

• Develop, implement, direct, and evaluate research program operating policies and procedures

• Aid in the coordination of CMCC instrumentation utilization

• Serve as the center liaison and key spokesperson to internal and external stakeholder groups

• Assist in the development and auditing of program budget(s).

• Coordinate research activities

• Disseminate achievement to program directors, the scientific community, and stakeholders

• Coordinate, manage, and contribute to center educational, outreach, broadening participation, and innovation activities

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Engineering, or related fields

• Relevant professional experience

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• A solid understanding of the research and education landscape in STEM

• Experience with Federal and/or academic research program administration

• Experience in working with the chemical industry

• Demonstrated project management skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills

Other Things to Know:

• Salary: Compensation and classification are based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.

• Hybrid/Remote Work Option: Due to the nature of this position, a hybrid or remote work arrangement may be available for workplace flexibility

• This position is ORP Eligible

• Occasional travel required

• Occasional work required after hours or during weekends

What you need to do:

Apply! Submitting a cover letter and resume attached to the application will assist us in our review. You may attach the files during the application process.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Our Commitment: Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

In addition to the academic setting, TAMU is also enriched by a host of sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and much more.  Bryan/College Station boasts all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation  each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  (ORP Eligible)

• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness programs

• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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