Assistant Director
About The Position
The Assistant Director assists the Division Director in planning and directing selected or designated research programs and in administering the research division. The role may coordinate research staff efforts, support sponsor outreach and project development, and contribute to staff professional development, performance goals, and expectations. Assignment to the position may be temporary for training and development purposes. The Assistant Director supports division program planning, sponsor relations, project staffing and leadership, project monitoring, quality control, and staff development. The position also participates in division administration, including implementing corporate policies, recruiting professional staff, and supporting performance reviews. Travel may be required. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance are required; successful completion of a criminal background check is also required.
Requirements
- At least a BS and 10 years of experience, an MS and 8 years of experience, or a Ph.D. in a discipline appropriate for the position.
- Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and perform independent research.
- Proven ability to effectively document and present findings.
- Innovative thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work effectively in an unstructured environment and on more than one project concurrently.
- Ability to professionally and effectively represent IDA and/or the research division in interactions with government or industry representatives.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and managing the division’s research program and activities, particularly assigned or designated programs.
- Assist the Director in identifying important projects and initiating and negotiating project descriptions with sponsors.
- Maintain liaison with selected sponsors during program formulation, project execution, and appraisal of the division’s research efforts.
- Ensure selected project leaders and staff maintain close contact with their sponsors.
- Recommend assignments of division resources to projects.
- Lead one or more projects in the assigned area, guide project execution, and assist staff in planning their work.
- Assist the Division Director in monitoring projects in the assigned area that are not personally led.
- Ensure deliverables receive proper review and participate in that review.
- Provide staff development opportunities and encourage and monitor staff members’ professional development.
- Participate in division administration in accordance with the Director’s advice and guidance.
- Assist in implementing and ensuring compliance with corporate policies, practices, and procedures affecting center activities.
- Participate in recruiting professional staff employees and provide recommendations to the Director.
- Assist in the performance review process as required by the Division Director.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
