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The Opportunity

The Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is seeking applicants for a research faculty position. We are looking for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure earning program director for Applied Systems to oversee research strategy and management functions across a portfolio of sponsored basic and applied modeling and simulation research within the domain. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in program management, systems engineering, and modeling and simulation in government and industry.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Collaborating with other research faculty to develop a synergistic research strategy and project portfolio across multiple principal investigators and colleges/departments.

• Developing and executing detailed and flexible project plans based on contractual requirements for scope, deliverables, timelines, team resources, information security, etc. Various methodologies, tools, systems, and processes may be employed based on specific requirements. Examples include agile, WBS, earned value management, and others.

• Assessing and maintaining a team skill matrix to identify and fill gaps based on current and future project requirements.

• Planning and executing program and project budgets, as well as interfacing with relevant business unit staff (accounting, purchasing, etc.), enterprise systems, and institutional processes.

• Providing sponsors with detailed project reporting based on specified contractual requirements.

• Supporting proposal development with input on research scope, budgets, resource commitments, and supporting documentation.

• Facilitating proposal preparation and submission activities with the SMST proposal coordinator and designated research office personnel.

• Supporting recruitment pipelines and hiring activities for research faculty, staff, and students in coordination with HR Business Center.

• Facilitating accurate time and effort tracking across projects based on team timesheet submissions.

• Ensuring compliance with university and sponsor policies and requirements related to finances, ethics, information security, etc.

• Facilitating and supporting external communications and marketing with required input on strategy and assets.

• Supporting opportunities development activities, including events, meetings, and tours with internal and external stakeholders and partners.

• Coordinating with designated research office personnel to review and approve contract language (e.g., basic research agreements, nondisclosures, intellectual property disclosures, teaming agreements).

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution at time of application.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years professional experience in the research program focus area.

• Experience in leading major technology research and development funded applied research projects over the past 5 years.

• A background in program management, systems engineering, and modeling and simulation in government and industry.

• Demonstrated experience developing large, multi-year proposals for Federal funding.

• Experience in DOD or other Federal activities.

• Ability to attain security clearance.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/ .  In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Questions regarding this search  should be directed to:  Naya Ramirez, Search Manager, at nayade.ramirez@ucf.edu .

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is a full-time position supported by contracts and grants funding (C&G) and is contingent upon available funding.

Legal U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the position and research performed.

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as ‘Open until filled ’ may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, healthcare flexible spending accounts, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando area attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.

And more…For more benefits information, go to ‘Prospective Employees’ on the UCF Human Resources website (https://hr.ucf.edu/ ).

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger , and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 240 degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of higher education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to employment in research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty positions (including employed visiting positions), graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, postdoctoral scholar positions, and undergraduate positions.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at  http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.