Assistant Director, Research Collaborative Services - Technology Services at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois

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Assistant Director, Research Collaborative Services - Technology Services




University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign



The Assistant Director of Research Collaborative Services is a strategic leadership role focused on enhancing research productivity and innovation through cross-campus collaboration. Unlike traditional service-driven roles, this position prioritizes building partnerships and facilitating collaboration across various research support units, including engaging with fellow directors and key stakeholders throughout the university. The Assistant Director plays a vital role in creating a unified approach to research support, fostering a culture of cooperation, and integrating services that directly support the university's strategic goals. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign campus as needed per the University's Workplace Flexibility Policy


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Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Research Collaborative Services is a strategic leadership role focused on enhancing research productivity and innovation through cross-campus collaboration. Unlike traditional service-driven roles, this position prioritizes building partnerships and facilitating collaboration across various research support units, including engaging with fellow directors and key stakeholders throughout the university. The Assistant Director plays a vital role in creating a unified approach to research support, fostering a culture of cooperation, and integrating services that directly support the university's strategic goals.



Duties & Responsibilities



Campus-Wide Collaboration and Partnership Building:

• Lead efforts to foster collaboration among diverse research support units, including engaging with directors of other research support services to align objectives and streamline efforts.


• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships across campus to integrate research support services, breaking down silos and promoting a cohesive approach to supporting research excellence.


• Act as a key liaison between research support entities, facilitating communication and joint initiatives that enhance the overall research environment.

Community Building and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Cultivate a collaborative ecosystem by organizing and leading forums, workshops, and training sessions that bring together research support professionals and stakeholders.


• Nurture and empower a campus-wide research support community, encouraging knowledge sharing, best practices, and joint problem-solving among research support units.

Strategic Leadership and Integration:

• Champion initiatives that align research support with the university's strategic priorities.


• Collaborate with senior leadership and other directors to develop integrated strategies that support the university's research mission, driving continuous improvement and innovation in research support.


• Facilitate strategic projects that address gaps in research support.

Advocacy and Communication:

• Serve as an advocate for the needs of researchers and research support units, ensuring that their voices are heard in strategic planning and decision-making processes.


• Maintain open lines of communication with research stakeholders, providing updates on initiatives, gathering feedback, and adjusting strategies to better meet the needs of the research community.

Continuous Improvement and Feedback Integration:

• Regularly assess the effectiveness of collaborative efforts and support services, using feedback from the research community to drive enhancements and align with evolving needs.


• Implement processes for continuous improvement, ensuring that research support initiatives remain relevant, efficient, and responsive to the dynamic research landscape.

Minimum Qualification

1. Bachelor's degree.


2. Five years of education, training, and/or work experience supporting and/or assisting in research in an academic setting.


3. Demonstrated experience leading workshops.


4. Experience with research support and or strategic collaboration and partnership building.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to advocate for research needs and engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to enhancing research support through integrated, collaborative efforts. Ability to work across various levels of the university, including senior leadership, directors, and other key stakeholders, to drive collaborative initiatives.



Appointment Information


This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. The budgeted salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $135,000.00. Salary is commensurate with experience.


Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.



For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .



Application Procedures & Deadline Information


Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 12, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. 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.


To complete the application process:
Step 1) Submit the Staff Vacancy Application using the "Apply for Position" button.
Step 2) Submit the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability forms.
Step 3) Upload your cover letter, resume (months and years of employment must be included), and names/contact information for three references.


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 Dallas Johnson at dallas1@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: 1027172
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu


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