Senior Associate Director of Research Initiatives

6 days ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

Job Summary

The University of Pennsylvania, a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation, seeks a highly skilled and experienced professional to support the Senior Vice Dean of Research, Centers and Academic Initiatives in the development and implementation of strategic goals and priorities. This role will coordinate and manage high-impact projects, foster cross-collaboration efforts, and provide project management support to research initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Management
    • Coordinate and manage high-impact strategic projects to foster cross-collaboration efforts across 20+ academic research centers and initiatives.
    • Develop and maintain best practices, shared processes, and policies that support efforts to improve and amplify the work of research centers at Wharton.
  • Research Support
    • Provide project management support to research initiatives, including developing and expanding resources for faculty, PhD students, Post-Docs and Pre-Docs at Wharton.
    • Coordinate and execute meeting logistics, and prepare meeting agendas and project briefs as needed.
  • Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative
    • Support the Vice Dean and Managing Director in implementing WAIAI's strategic priorities, which include activities that support research, education innovation, AI's impact on society, and programming for C-suite executives and industry professionals.
    • Support identified opportunities for collaboration, shared infrastructure, and coordinated fundraising and programming efforts across WAIAI's integrated centers and Wharton departments to advance WAIAI's mission.
  • Qualifications
    • A Bachelor's Degree and 5 years to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
    • The candidate must demonstrate an ability to forge relationships with various internal and external stakeholders within an organization to create collaboration and move strategic projects forward.

What We Offer

  • A competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
  • A unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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