Pilots Program Manager

University of California, Irvine

$113K — $138K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Academic background and experience in selected research area
  • Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources, and financial principles
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in creative and independent thinking for complex analytical concepts
  • Strong interpersonal skills for achieving collaborative results
  • Highly skilled in fundraising and partnership development
  • Doctorate or equivalent experience in a related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in research

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage the full lifecycle of complex research and academic pilot initiatives
  • Develop policies and processes aligned with strategic research priorities
  • Assist in the design and development of program components
  • Administer operational requirements including finance and human resources
  • Facilitate collaboration among internal and external partners
  • Lead committees and working groups for interdisciplinary initiatives
  • Represent the program at professional forums and organize public events

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Sick leave and vacation time
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Access to discounts and perks
Full Job Description
Your Role on the Team

Independently oversees the ICTS Pilot Programs Unit and represents the program to outside organizations, managing the full lifecycle of complex research and academic pilot initiatives from design and implementation through evaluation and continuous improvement. The role directs and administers an independent program with responsibility for programmatic and administrative operations, including development of policies, processes, and program structures that support strategic research priorities.. Assists with the design and development of academic or research program components and administers the full range of the program components and operational requirements; administrative, finance, human resources, and facilities for the academic or research program. Works with faculty on formulating short-term planning and procedures of the programs. Develops and organizes conferences and other public forums. Works under direction of Principal Investigator to establish center agenda, funding, objectives. The position also serves on and leads committees and cross-institutional working groups, facilitating collaboration across internal and external partners, managing sensitive stakeholder relationships, and ensuring alignment across interdisciplinary initiatives. In addition, the role represents the program in professional forums, supports communications and dissemination of program outcomes, and contributes to organizational visibility and engagement within the broader research community

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:
  • Academic background and experience in selected area of research.
  • Advanced knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
  • Advanced oral and written communication skills.
  • Advanced ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
  • Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
  • Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
  • Highly skilled fundraising experience.
  • Doctorate in related area and / or equivalent experience training
  • Experience working in research
  • 3-5 yearsRelevant experience


Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $113,505- $138,915 (Annual).

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