Assistant Director for Research - Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of Illinois

Assistant Director for Research

Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

The Grainger College of Engineering

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Position is located in Rantoul, IL

The Illinois Center for Transportation (ICT) within the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at The Grainger College of Engineering seeks applicants for the position of Assistant Director for Research. This position is responsible for networking, marketing and engaging stakeholders for the Illinois Autonomous and Connected Track (I-ACT). They will work at identifying, developing, integrating, and managing major ICT research and development initiatives. Coordinating new interdisciplinary proposals and facilitating current research and outreach programs is required also.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cultivates and sustains strategic relationships with potential I-ACT sponsors, stakeholders, and industrial affiliates, which may require travel.
• Steers the development and coordination of large proposals.
• Develops and implements strategic plans for research, including I-ACT, under the guidance of the Director.
• Understands and identifies external funding and collaborative opportunities for research and matches these to researchers associated with ICT.
• Assembles, facilitates, and supports research teams in response to large externally funded proposal opportunities.
• Provides leadership, works with faculty, and supports personnel to develop, coordinate, and maintain interdisciplinary research initiatives and team building.
• Serves as a member of the ICT's leadership team representing the Director and other research leaders in matters affecting ICT's research programs.
• Plans, organizes, hosts, and facilitates visits by external partners and potential partners.
• Assists in planning, organizing, and hosting workshops. Represents ICT on campus-wide committees relating to research policy development, research administration, and research planning. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing or field related to the position.
• Four (4) years of work experience in a research administration environment and/or working with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S, MBA, or Ph.D in Engineering, Business, Marketing or related field
• Experience in project management, developing research proposals, and interacting with sponsors (e.g. agencies and corporations).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to converse effectively regarding business, administration, and/or topics.
• Excellent detail-oriented and organizational skills to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to initiate and maintain working relationships with stakeholders on research programs.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a full-time Civil Service Business/Administrative Associate position appointed on a 12-month service basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $80,000- $110,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Fully On-Site - This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois ICT Rantoul location on a full-time basis per the University's Workplace Flexibility policy . Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on December 4, 2024 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three references. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Stacie Mertes, smertes@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1027192
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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