Program Director Research Education & Programming

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Program Director Research Education & Programming

Employee Classification: Program Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Research & Innovation

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Research & Innovation

Department: UNT-Toulouse Grad Sch-Dean's Off-142100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $74,352 - $98,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary

The Toulouse Graduate School within the Division of Research & Innovation promotes and supports graduate student education by overseeing graduate student programs, professional development, and graduate student research engagement. TGS collaborates with departments in recruitment, admissions, and enrollment services to support and enhance the UNT graduate student experience and help students succeed both academically and in their future careers.

Position Overview

The Program Director for Research Education and Programming within the Toulouse Graduate School provides leadership and oversight for programs and services that promote undergraduate/graduate student and postdoctoral researcher engagement in research, scholarship, and professional development. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Research & Innovation Graduate Studies & Student Research, this position manages a staff and leads university wide initiatives that support student success, career readiness, and research excellence across the university with a mission to enhance both student and postdoctoral research experience at UNT.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
In depth knowledge of learning outcomes.
Requires knowledge of best practices in assessment as it pertains to higher education and institutional effectiveness including the creation of outcomes, assessment methods and instruments, as well as data analysis, and utilization of reporting results.
Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound business decisions.
Must exercise considerable independent and professional judgment in matters of significance.
Strong presentation, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Strong planning and project management skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of populations verbally and in writing.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D degree in education, STEM, or related field
Experience in graduate education, higher education
Demonstrated experience managing programs, teams, and funding initiatives
Demonstrated experience in conducting research

Job Duties

• Lead Research Education and Programming: Direct and enhance university-wide programs that support undergraduate/ graduate student and postdoctoral researcher participation in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
• Lead Strategy and Implementation of Education and Programming: Lead and evaluate the team’s design, implementation, and outcomes of workshops, training programs, and educational resources that build research skills, professional competencies, leadership abilities, and career preparedness for undergraduate/graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers.
• Manage the Research Education and Programming Team, and Student Success Initiatives: Supervise staff and oversee the development, coordination, and delivery of research development, professional development, and career readiness initiatives that support student academic, research, and career success.
• Build Partnerships, Outreach, and Assessment Efforts: Collaborate with academic and administrative units to expand student opportunities, conduct outreach activities, evaluate program effectiveness, and prepare reports supporting institutional goals related to student success and research excellence.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional responsibilities and special projects in support of the mission and strategic priorities of the Division of Research and Innovation.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Some evenings and weekends as required

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.