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San Diego State University · 1 month ago

Deputy Chief Research Officer

SD Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$180K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

San Diego State University (SDSU) is seeking an experienced and visionary Deputy Chief Research Officer to provide strategic leadership in advancing the university’s research enterprise. The role involves overseeing core research operations, supporting faculty and student research success, and guiding initiatives that enhance SDSU’s national research reputation.

EducationSustainabilityUniversities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support and advance the strategic vision of the university’s research enterprise

Provide oversight of research operations, research support services, and research administration

Lead and evaluate faculty research support programs, including assigned time, seed funding, rapid response initiatives, postdoctoral scholar programs, and bridge funding

Develop new programs, initiatives, and resources to enhance faculty and student RSCA

Leverage institutional data to identify RSCA infrastructure needs and propose solutions

Support and co-lead strategic planning efforts to grow campuswide research capacity

Serve as a key liaison across Academic Affairs, IT, Student Affairs and Campus Diversity, Business and Financial Affairs, and other divisions

Co-lead monthly meetings of the University Research Council and Deans Research Council

Represent DRI on major university committees related to research, strategic plan implementation, space allocation, budget, IT governance, and faculty development

Partner with Undergraduate Research to plan and deliver the annual Student Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) Showcase

Oversee the administrative processes associated with proposing, reviewing, and reporting on SDSU Centers and Institutes

Create and implement plans for establishing, expanding, and overseeing core research facilities

Identify new areas for external funding and support teams in developing competitive proposals

Manage independent projects, teams, and division-level initiatives

Represent DRI and the Vice President at regional events, board meetings, committees, and professional gatherings

Build strong relationships with regional partners to advance SDSU’s research goals

Qualification

Ph.D.Related doctoral degreeAcademic leadership experienceUniversity research operationsSTEM discipline backgroundMulti-disciplinary research projectsResearch infrastructure knowledgeExceptional communicatorStrategic thinkerCollaboration skills

Required

Ph.D. or related doctoral degree

Associate Professor or higher with tenure

Minimum of 5 years of academic leadership experience, preferably in research administration

Strong understanding of university research operations, including compliance requirements, sponsored programs processes, and the administrative structures that support faculty and student research

Experience facilitating or supporting large, multi-disciplinary or multi-institutional research projects, with the ability to coordinate across diverse teams, priorities, and academic areas

Knowledge of research infrastructure such as research development services, research-focused IT systems (e.g., secure computing, data management, HPC), or core research facilities that support shared instrumentation and specialized research needs

Preferred

Academic background in a STEM discipline

Benefits

Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.

Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.

Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.

Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.