The UW-Madison Cryo-EM Research Centers comprise two facilities, the UW-Madison Department of Biochemistry Cryo-EM Research Center (https://cryoem.wisc.edu) and the NIH-funded Midwest Center for Cryo-ET (https://www.cryoetportal.org). Together, these Centers house state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) and cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET) instrumentation, including multiple Titan Krios TEMs, a Talos Arctica TEM, cryo-FIB-SEMs, and advanced sample preparation and computational infrastructure. These technologies support bioscience researchers from academia, government, and private industry.

We seek an Associate Director to work closely with the Director to manage the scientific operations, administrative functions, and strategic initiatives of these expanding research centers. The Associate Director will:
-Assist with planning and directing the Centers' scientific research activities.
-Participate in developing and implementing training, service, and research programs.
-Collaborate on strategic planning, including evaluating current and future technology needs.
-Oversee performance goals and metrics, ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal policies.
-Supervise and mentor team members, delegating day-to-day workflows and supporting professional development.
-Foster an inclusive and productive environment for research, training, education, and outreach.

This position is ideal for a senior colleague with a strong background in cryo-EM, structural biology, or related areas, who also has proven experience in research administration, outreach, and team leadership. The Associate Director will join a vibrant team of scientists and administrative personnel who work cohesively to support the growing UW-Madison cryo-EM research resources and research community.

• 10% Determines unit personnel needs and the unit personnel resource allocation plan
• 20% Serves as a unit liaison to internal stakeholder groups to foster cross-unit partnership efforts regarding research programs and activities
• 10% Serves as a consultant to project directors and provides technical expertise to research and operational personnel
• 20% Collaborates with project directors and the full range of clients whose knowledge and expertise varies
• 10% Manages large research projects for a center or program
• 20% Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• 10% Assists with planning, implementation, and management of strategic initiatives for a center or program

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Required
PhD and postdoctoral training in a relevant field such as structural biology, biochemistry, or related disciplines required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Extensive experience with relevant research and technical experience in the structural biology sciences that could include cryo-EM (preferred), protein crystallography, or NMR spectroscopy.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish relationships with colleagues and collaborators in oral and written communication.
- Experience supervising or leading complex programs, projects, or teams to leverage resources and achieve goals.
-Demonstrated time-management skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve, and ability to work independently.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficiency with financial tools and systems utilized in an academic, government, and/or industry research enterprises to successfully complete fiscal processes.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze state and federal rules and regulations and navigate policy to ensure compliance within a complex organization.
- Experience overseeing financial portfolios within academic/government settings.

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $120,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000 up to $150,000 but, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf. 

Click on the "Apply Online" button to start the application process. Applications must be received through UW Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered.

You will be prompted to upload the following documents/Application Materials:

Resume (required) - Detail your educational and professional background
Cover letter (required) - Refer to your related work experience

Your cover letter and resume should clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the qualifications outlined in the job posting. The search committee will use these materials to evaluate your candidacy. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Finalists will also be required to provide contact information (phone and email) for at least three
professional references, one of which must be a current or previous supervisor. Finalists may also receive a request to provide a letter of recommendation to the search committee.

Stefanie Lannoye
slannoye@wisc.edu
608-261-1029
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Res Prog Assoc Dir(RE054)

A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/BIOCHEMISTRY

Academic Staff-Renewable

310203-AS

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