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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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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