Assistant Director, Academic Facilities Operations

Brown University

Providence, Rhode Island, US
Onsite
Research and academic facilities management
Laboratory operations and safety
Building mechanical systems knowledge
The Assistant Director leads planning, design, and management of research and academic facilities across the Office of the Dean of Faculty (DOF) portfolio, partnering with academic units to align facilities with programmatic needs

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director leads planning, design, and management of research and academic facilities across the Office of the Dean of Faculty (DOF) portfolio, partnering with academic units to align facilities with programmatic needs.
  • The role requires a strong understanding of building and laboratory mechanical systems and serves as a key liaison with various university departments and external contractors to address safety, security, and infrastructure issues.
  • Brown University offers a flexible work/life balance, summer hours, winter break, and a comprehensive Benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, and retirement.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Director leads planning, design, and management of research and academic facilities across the Office of the Dean of Faculty (DOF) portfolio, partnering with academic units to align facilities with programmatic needs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Research and academic facilities management
  • Laboratory operations and safety
  • Building mechanical systems knowledge
  • Project management skills
  • Collaboration with university partners
  • Emergency response coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Student-centered learning
  • Flexible work/life balance
  • Proactive issue resolution
  • Customer service orientation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree plus 5-7 years of experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Experience in research laboratory operation, planning, design, and construction preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of research and instructional facility management
  • Working knowledge of building and laboratory mechanical systems
  • Ability to manage complex workloads with accuracy and meet deadlines

Work Rights

Not specified

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