Fordham University · 9 hours ago
Associate Provost for STEM Strategy
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $225K/yr
7+ years expFordham University, the Jesuit University of New York, invites applications for the Associate Provost for STEM Strategy, who will be a key strategist for refining and implementing Fordham’s comprehensive STEM vision. The role involves overseeing the launch of new innovative degree programs, coordinating the design of a state-of-the-art Integrated Science Complex, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance Fordham's STEM initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Partnering with senior leaders, deans, department chairs, and representative faculty/staff in refining Fordham’s comprehensive STEM strategy, advancing along promising STEM frontiers, and coordinating the launch of new STEM initiatives flowing out of the strategic plan
Collaborating with faculty, administrators, the Director of University Facilities Planning and Programming, as well as with external architects, engineers, and consultants, to help design the Integrated Science Complex to achieve the following goals: Provide a premier facility in which the University’s science faculty, students, and programs can thrive; Promote interdisciplinarity across the sciences and in collaboration with the humanities, social sciences, and professions; Accommodate realistic growth over the next decade; and Maintain flexibility in infrastructure to be readily adapted for a rapidly evolving STEM future
Working closely with Finance to develop and test robust financial models for the operating and capital budgets associated with the comprehensive STEM plan
Engages in continuous environmental scans (informed by student market research, competitor analysis, and employer hiring trends) to improve Fordham’s STEM strategy and identify future opportunities to improve and distinguish Fordham’s STEM programs
Refines the details and implementation of Fordham’s comprehensive STEM project plan: Develops project timeline with key milestones, decision points, staffing goals, infrastructure requirements, resource allocations, and revenue targets. Monitors performance in realizing project timeline and post weekly updates to the Monday.com dashboard. Identifies and mitigates potential risks related to budget, schedule, or scope
Schedules regular meetings with all stakeholders, including faculty, department chairs, deans, and external partners, to ensure clear communication, alignment, and coordination
Supports the relevant academic units as they prepare to launch new STEM degree programs or revise existing programs
Collaborates with Fordham faculty, deans, and Provost’s Office team to develop pro forma program budgets and gain NYSED approval for cutting-edge STEM academic programs. Ensures that necessary resources (instructional personnel, marketing, recruiting, instructional spaces, and operational support) are in place for a successful program launch
Serves as the central academic coordinator throughout the design phase of the Integrated Science Complex
Works closely with science faculty, department chairs, and deans to understand and articulate their specific needs for research labs, teaching labs, shared instrumentation, faculty offices, collaborative spaces, and classroom environments
Translates academic and research aspirations into clear programmatic briefs for the design team that can inform the building’s design and functionality
Ensures that the building design incorporates best practices in STEM education and research facility design, including flexibility for future growth, safety protocols, sustainability, and accessibility
Prepares and delivers presentations to various University committees, Board of Trustees, and prospective donors as needed
Works with DAUR to draft specific funding proposals as part of the University’s next fundraising campaign
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary
Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions
Qualification
Required
Master's degree
Minimum of 7 years of experience working in Higher Ed on STEM strategy, programmatic planning, and/or the design of complex scientific facilities
Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects with diverse stakeholders
Familiarity with the design of learning spaces and lab planning for scientific teaching and research facilities
Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams and build consensus among diverse groups
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate technical and programmatic needs into actionable plans
A deep understanding of the academic and research culture within a university setting
Preferred
A degree in a STEM field or a related discipline is strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Employee assistance program ( EAP )
Tuition remission
Generous time off
Company
Fordham University
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering exceptional education.
1001-5000 employees
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