Associate To

Location

Cincinnati, OH | United States

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors >

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

The Strategic Programs & Initiatives (SP&I) unit in the University of Cincinnati Office of Research provides the critical infrastructure that UC faculty and students require to take their ideas to the next level; collaborate freely across colleges and disciplines; fuse fruitful research partnerships with clinical, government, community, and corporate partners; and be more competitive for high value awards and fellowships recognized as particularly prestigious by the Association of American Universities (AAU), the Top American Research Universities (TARU) and the Center for Measuring University Performance (CMUP). SPI advances scientific exploration, creative expression, and the production of new knowledge. 

Often handling sensitive information and complex tasks, the Associate To position plays a pivotal role in 1. The high-level management of the calendar and workflow of the Associate Vice President for Research (AVPR): Strategic Programs & Initiatives, and 2. The administration of select strategic programs within the portfolio of the AVPR. The position ensures Office of Research leadership advances and achieves Next Lives Here, Research2030, and Urban Futures Pathway goals and objectives. 
The SP&I Associate To will be responsible for administering select programs in the Urban Futures Pathway—The Society & Culture (S&C) initiative including but not limited to the new Urban Futures Pathway Fellowship program, The DEI in Research program, the UC Coalition for Change' program, the Alliance for the Arts in Research Universities (a2ru) program, the ‘National Humanities Alliance’ (NHA) program, and the University Industry Partnership program (UIDP).

The SP&I Associate To is both administrative and participatory as both are necessary to ensure program success and deliverables are in alignment with and advance Next Lives Here, Research2030, and Urban Futures Pathway goals and objectives. 

This position requires someone who has critical thinking skills, organizational skills, project management skills, and executive level communication skills.

Essential Functions

• Perform responsible administrative staff functions for a designated university official, frequently of a confidential nature, concerning administrative activities of substantial complexity. 
• Recommend the development of operating policies and procedures, advise and assist administrator in policy and strategy formulation. 
• Prepare responses to inquiries. 
• Identify and review problem areas such as staffing levels, operating procedures, budgetary support, etc. 
• Review and evaluate proposals concerning operational activities of designated units. 
• Maintain liaison with designated unit directors and administrators, as well as external offices and agencies to insure conformity to external policies and procedures.
• Prepare memos, speeches, and position statements, as required. 
• Represent designated administrator, as needed, with moderate authority to make commitments on administrative policies and procedures. 
• Assist in the development of budget request and narrative, as required.
• Interview and recommend the employment of support staff. 
• May provide direct supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.). 
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
• Conduct research and analysis related to strategic programs, identifying emerging trends, best practices, and funding opportunities. Prepare professional reports and presentations to inform decision-making processes and enhance program effectiveness.
• Assist with developing and implementing ‘mini’ strategic plans for each program, ensuring alignment with the university's research priorities and goals. Monitor program progress, evaluate outcomes, and create annual financial & programmatic reports.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including UC colleagues, faculty, students, community partners, and others. Foster partnership, positive relations, and goodwill. Facilitate and track verbal, digital, and written communications between the AVPR and various stakeholders to ensure accurate information exchange and action.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Eight (8) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement

Required Experience

Four (4) years of experience in a related field. Experience may require one (1) year supervision.

Some positions may require experience in university administration.

Application Process Information

• A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process. 
• Attach these documents before submitting your application.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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