Posting DetailsPosition Information
Fiscal Year Position Title Director, Research IT
Classification Title Assistant Director of Computing Services
Department Research IT
Posting Number P260056
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61676
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 08
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL5
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The University at Buffalo (UB), a leading public research university and member of the SUNY system, is seeking a strategic and collaborative
Director of Research IT to support and advance its growing research enterprise. This senior leadership role offers a unique opportunity to help shape how secure, compliant, and innovative technologies enable discovery across a diverse and interdisciplinary research community.
Reporting within UB Information Technology and partnering closely with the Office of the Vice President for Research and Economic Development, the Director of Research IT provides vision,direction, and partnership for research cyberinfrastructure, data environments, and emerging technologies. The role aligns institutional research priorities with scalable, resilient IT solutions that support faculty success and meet federal and sponsor requirements.
In this position, you will guide and oversee research IT strategy, support secure data environments and advanced analytics platforms, pilot emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning, and ensure compliance with frameworks including NIST and CMMC. You will serve as a trusted advisor to faculty and campus partners while building and mentoring a high-performing research IT team. This is a campus based position with the possibility of hybrid work.
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience or master's degree or professional certification with 3 years of experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated success in supporting complex research environments and interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, FISMA, NIST) and data governance in research settings.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage faculty, staff, and external partners.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in computer science or PhD, information systems, engineering, or a related field Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in research IT, academic technology, or innovation leadership.
- 7 or more years of progressive experience in research IT, academic technology, or innovation leadership. Experience in a large public research university or similar academic institution.
- Familiarity with UB's strategic research priorities and digital transformation initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead change and drive innovation in a decentralized environment.
Our University CommunityProdig+Executive PositionPhysical DemandsDriving RequirementsSalary Range Commensurate with Experience
Additional Salary InformationJob Type Full-Time
Campus North Campus
Posting AlertsSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationIs a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check NotificationContact Information
Contact's Name Joseph Grupp
Contact's PronounsContact's Title AVP/Chief Information Security Officer
Contact's Email [email protected] Contact's Phone 716-645-4767
Posting Dates
Posted 03/17/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants 03/31/2026
Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 06/04/2026
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff DateInstructions to Applicant By providing the names and e-mail addresses of my references, I hereby authorize either Human Resources or the applicable hiring department to contact my references via e-mail to request a reference letter on my behalf.
