Associate Director, Research Program & Space Planning (Space Planning & Operations)

University of Pennsylvania

71d • $91,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Associate Director, Research Program and Space Planning, manages and coordinates the development of functional need programming and planning of space solutions for the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM). This work includes communication with organizational and program stakeholders, data analysis, needs assessment, space programming, building level organizational planning, space planning, and recommendations of space use to senior leadership. The Associate Director provides innovative leadership and builds strong partnerships within the Penn Medicine and University communities in support of the School's tripartite mission and strategic interests. The Associate Director leads thought processes, achieves consensus, acts as a change agent, and pursues development of an environment that enables and enhances the transformative work of the PSOM, faculty, students, and staff. This position is considered 'essential.'

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience preferably in a medical school or academic environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication/interpersonal skills.
• Good managerial and people skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit preferred.
• Familiar with database software packages, CAD/CAFM systems, and basic building infrastructure systems.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage conflict and communicate with a wide variety of audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Professional degree in Architecture, Planning, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the development of functional need programming and planning of space solutions.
• Communicate with organizational and program stakeholders.
• Conduct data analysis and needs assessment.
• Perform space programming and building level organizational planning.
• Provide recommendations of space use to senior leadership.
• Build strong partnerships within the Penn Medicine and University communities.
• Lead thought processes and achieve consensus.
• Act as a change agent and pursue development of an enabling environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental options.
• Substantial time away from work for personal needs.
• Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff.
• Wellness and work-life resources.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Access to University resources and cultural activities.
• Discounts and special services for faculty and staff.
• Flexible work hours and options.
• Home ownership services including forgivable loans for eligible employees.
• Adoption assistance for qualified expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees