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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24310941 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | Commensurate with Experience |
Position Information
Reporting to the Director of Alianza UCMX, the Associate Director for Research and Innovation oversees the day-to-day operations of the development, planning, and implementation of binational multi-disciplinary research projects/grants, education programs, and undergraduate/ graduate exchange programs between the University of California and Mexican institutions of higher education. Including the programs derived from the Agreement of Cooperation in Higher Education and Research Between the Regents of the University of California (UC) and El Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnologia (CONACYT). The Associate Director administers existing programs and initiates calls for proposals to develop new programs. The Associate Director participates in all phases of special research projects, works independently with staff, students, and faculty to ensure the successful implementation of the Alianza UCMX efforts. The Associate Director's day-to-day responsibilities are diverse and require knowledge of research, outreach and external relations, strategic planning, program development, project management, and development activities. The Associate Director develops metrics, individual program criteria and makes recommendations to improve overall efficacy, impact, and functionality for approved grants and special calls for proposals. The Associate Director's responsibility is to apply best practices from across the UC and use their judgment to develop procedures that ensure the principled administration of Alianza UCMXâs programming. Please note: Applicants may be asked to complete a skills assessment and/or submit a work sample as part of the selection process. This position may travel up to 25% including travel to Mexico. This position is classified as remote/hybrid with occasional visits to the Riverside campus as necessary to perform the job duties. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). PLEASE NOTE: Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by December 31, 2021. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Terminal degree in a related field (PhD, JD, MD, etc.). | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Academic background and experience in selected area of research.
Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
Highly skilled fundraising experience.
Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
Ability to communicate in Spanish orally and in writing in a professional setting.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
Highly skilled fundraising experience.
Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
Ability to communicate in Spanish orally and in writing in a professional setting.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of UC policies and procedures.
Familiarity with the organization's processes, protocols and procedures.
Familiarity with the vision and mission of the University of California system and the individual campuses.
Familiarity with the organization's processes, protocols and procedures.
Familiarity with the vision and mission of the University of California system and the individual campuses.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview