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Purdue University

Director of Infrastructure

Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907


Job Description

Req Id:

33635

Job Title:

Director of Infrastructure

City:

West Lafayette

Job Description:The Director of Infrastructure is expected to work closely with the Department Head to identify and execute strategic research initiatives to improve research competitiveness with Tarpo Department of Chemistry. The director is also responsible for managing the department's infrastructure resources and technical services to support teaching, research, and administrative functions. This includes overseeing the NMR facility, the Cell Culture facility, the Machine Shop, the RIC, the X-ray facility, the Amy facility, the Scientific Glass Lab, and the development of new facilities such as the Autonomous Materials Discovery facility, the High Throughput Catalysis center, and the Machine-learning guided Drug Discovery facility. In addition, the Director will assist the Department Head and work with faculty members to obtain external resources in addition to the responsibilities outlined below.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience Needed:

A master’s degree in science, engineering or related field

Six (6) – seven (7) years of experience is required

An MBA is considered an additional asset

Required experience includes:

Professional experience providing strategic administrative and management support in a large Department or Center

Extensive experience in roles of organizing research center efforts involving multiple principal investigators

Significant experience in building consensus and influencing decisions in an academic environment

Preferred:

PhD in Science or Engineering

Skills Needed:

Understanding of health and safety related to substances and equipment within research spaces

Ability to:

quickly assimilate information, analyze data, and provide strategic advice and decisions

translate the needs of researchers to architects, consultants, and operations teams

Active in health and safety management, establishing and following policies and procedures

Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

Extensive experience in operational leadership, strategic thinking, and change management

Demonstrated experience in tracking key performance indicators, metrics, and measures

Proven ability to work cohesively to encourage change management while communicating broadly

Enthusiastic and motivated with the ability to create and sustain a collaborative organizational structure

Additional Information:

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility: Immediate Contribution by Purdue University

Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Management 5

Pay Band S090

Job Code#20002581

Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines:

Compensation Guidelines

EOE / AA

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Posting Start Date:

8/29/24

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