Program Director II

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). In the role of a  Program Director II  you will beworking in Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy .  

Purpose

Under administrative direction and with the broadest span of control, oversee the activities of the Electron Microscopy and High Resolution Imaging Cores at MCW.  This is an Institution-wide core coalescing the current electron microscopy core and the current live cell imaging core, both managed by CBNA, providing both research and clinical diagnostic imaging services (in specified areas)  This position have responsibility for the overall management and functioning of the core, providing direction and guidance to the Team to facilitate the achievement of the program’s goals.

Primary Functions

• Manage strategy for acquisition of new technology for the HRIC core. Help research staff perform and design  

  experiments utilizing technology within the core.

• Troubleshoot experimental workflows and help researchers collect and process data for grants and papers.
• Assist with technology development and optimization of workflows.
• Oversee management and service of equipment within the HRIC Core.
• Work with closely affiliated entities – the Office of Research and CBNA – to meet administrative and financial  

  remit of the HRIC Core.

• Provide leadership and manage staff associated with core. This will likely encompass one staff member

 supporting EM sample processing, and one staff member supporting imaging. Perform performance reviews  

 and help staff with their professional development.

• Liaise with the clinical EM workflow to help support clinical sample processing.

      •   Direct program development.

    •   May advise on or have approval authority for management responsibilities such as scheduling people and

        material resources, developing and managing program budget, maintaining program timelines, managing

        program outreach activities including acting as a liaison with community organizations.

  •  Monitor quality assurance and compliance issues.

  •  Participate on appropriate committees relevant to the advancement of the program and the profession or area of research.

  •  Ensure compliance with regulatory and institutional policies.

  •  Direct the organization of internal and external meetings, site visits, and special events.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of technical, business, consultation, project management, and cultural awareness.

Customer focus, building trust, communication, critical thinking, and influencing skills.

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Preferred Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Position Requirements:

Minimum Required Education:               Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Required Experience:             10 years

Preferred Education:                             PhD in Biotechnology preferred

Preferred Experience:                            Multiple years of progressive experience in electron microscopy and high resolution imaging

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. 

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers  

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.  MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine.  MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion . 

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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