OSRF Director of Research Operations
Core
Provide leadership and strategic oversight for the day-to-day operations of the Office of Shared Research Facilities (OSRF) and its 20+ research core facilities, serving as the operational contact for faculty and stakeholders.
Role type
Director of Research Operations (Senior IC)
Builds
Operational efficiency, strategic planning, and performance metrics for institutional research resources and core facilities.
Domain
Academic research administration / Life Sciences infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic planning, cross-functional project management, financial analysis, business development, IT infrastructure oversight, stakeholder liaison, budget management, staff development
Preferred skills
Research administration, facility planning and design, vivarium management, software implementation, technical systems management
Technologies
IT infrastructure, software vendors, online portals, digital communications
Responsibilities
Manage cross-facility issues and projects; monitor rates, turnaround times, faculty satisfaction, revenue, and cost structure; lead projects for new facility development, master planning, automation, and AI adoption; support external engagement and business development; develop routine summary reports and performance dashboards; serve as primary liaison between administration and core facilities; oversee IT and IS infrastructure; coordinate with software vendors; develop web presence; support hiring and professional development; lead cost savings initiatives.
Seniority
Director, strategic oversight & operations leadership