Research Manager IV - ETS (Multiple Positions)

Research Manager IV - ETS (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req18837 Department Steward Observatory Department Website Link Location Main Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Department of Steward Observatory seeks to fill up to two positions of a Research Manager IV (Technical Projects Manager).

The selected candidates will be responsible for managing projects that utilize engineering and technical support in the development of space and ground-based telescopes.

The selected individual(s) will develop, implement, and maintain operational plans, programs, systems and technical aspects of contracts that require a high degree of innovation, creativity, and integration.

Technical work for these projects includes : optics fabrication, telescope control systems, primary and secondary mirror support, instrumentation development and various supporting functions for sub-systems of the telescope during development, fabrication and operation.

This position requires broad knowledge and experience across multiple professional disciplines. This position will be located at the UA Tech Park in Rita Ranch (9040 S. Rita Road).

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays;

UA / ASU / NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages technical projects to scope, schedule, budget and risk on behalf of the Principal Investigator. Prepares proposals in conjunction with Principal Investigators, Business Office and UA Administration.
• Develops, implements, and maintains operational plans, programs, systems and technical aspects of contracts requiring a high degree of innovation, creativity, and integration.
• Accountable for strategic and operational direction of a large and complex technical organization within the department.

Has significant impact on short-and mid-term plans.

• Coordinates, monitors and / or supervises the activities of designated technical groups.
• Develops and schedules work plans in accordance with specifications and funding limitations; oversees daily operations and coordinates activities of project expenditures.
• Coordinates activities of projects, staff and departments with interrelated activities to ensure optimum efficiency of effort, conservation of funds and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures and specifications.
• Maintains ability to work well in a broad matrix organization with many projects in a team environment.

Additional duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 9 years of related work experience, including 5 years of managerial experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience leading a team, project, program, or function is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering experience with optical fabrication, optics, telescopes, electronics, instrumentation, astronomy, and custom machines.
• Experience with UA budgeting, accounting principles and administrative systems.
• Masters Degree preferred.

FLSA Exempt Full Time / Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $99,901 - $129,871 Compensation Type salary at full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 12 Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade.

Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture.

To learn more about compensation, please review our and our . Grade Range Minimum $99901 Grade Range Midpoint $129871 Grade Range Maximum $159847 Career Stream and Level M4 Job Family Researchers & Scientists Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required : Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 2 Target Hire Date 3 / 4 / 2024 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates

Open Date 2 / 12 / 2024 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed