What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capability Manager II position at MRIGlobal?
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MRIGlobal solves challenging problems through science, engineering, and program management. We are an independent scientific research organization dedicated to benefiting society and fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.
When you embark on a career with MRIGlobal, you are joining a crew of world-class talent and problem solvers. Established in 1944, MRIGlobal is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, working in several states including Virginia and Maryland.
Basic Function
Plans and manages the activities of a Capability consisting of technical staff members, laboratory facilities, and assets for conducting quality research and development. Supports priority market areas and project delivery, while ensuring professional growth and stability of the Research Capability. Collaborates with Portfolio Directors, Business Development, and Program Managers to ensure capability team members understand scope, budget, and timelines for both proposals and project execution.
Nature and Scope
This position reports to the Resource Director. Plans, organizes and directs the activities of a group of technical staff to perform appropriate projects in collaboration with key personnel. Requires the ability to plan and forecast activities, perform research, provide the necessary equipment, and ensure a safe and secure work environment with strict adherence to quality requirements. This position will generally spend the majority of their time performing technical leadership activities and serving as the scientific principal investigator, direct client interface or high-level subject matter expert on technical projects. This position requires both technical and managerial skills.
Essential Functions
Advanced degree in a technical related field plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience; B.S./B.A. in a technical related field plus a minimum of 10 years relevant experience; or appropriate combination of education and experience.
Must be a US Citizen
What We Offer
At MRIGlobal, we offer benefits and perks that make your life even better.
Your Well-Being: You can receive comprehensive coverage for you and your family, and resources that support mental, physical, social, and financial well-being. Get access to wellness benefits like virtual coaching, no-cost counseling, onsite health screenings, gym reimbursement, and more. MRIGlobal has received multiple wellness recognitions, including being named “Healthiest Employer” by Kansas City’s Business Journal in 2024.
A Bright Future: MRIGlobal offers award-winning employer retirement matches and no-cost financial education benefits. Get paid Parental Leave. Enjoy PTO, and a flexible culture that encourages work-life integration.
Personal Development: At MRIGlobal, you will enjoy diverse work that will grow your skillset, along with a tuition reimbursement option to pay for higher education.
A Genuine Community: MRIGlobal is a special workplace. From our Chili Cook-offs, Pi Day, and charitable giving opportunities, our traditions strengthen our team spirit. Join our seasonal staff events, DEI celebrations, and volunteer in initiatives that nurture future STEM generations.
To view all of MRIGlobal's current openings and to ensure that we receive your resume, visit our Career page.
EOE, including disability/vets. As an organization dedicated to scientific advancement, MRIGlobal invites and embraces diversity in our people. We value their unique backgrounds and perspectives in every aspect of our mission. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and represented, fostering a culture where all input is welcome. We adapt to change, challenge the status quo, and evolve through belonging, allyship, and mutual support.
Certain roles, depending on the nature of the job or work assignment require adherence to specific safety measures, including up-to-date vaccinations. This requirement aligns with both our operational needs and the expectations of our clients. Employees must furnish proof of such vaccinations before commencing their duties. Should an individual be unable to meet this vaccination criterion due to a legitimate medical condition, disability, pregnancy, or religious belief, we offer the option to apply for a reasonable accommodation in line with applicable laws. Inquiries or requests for accommodations should be directed to accessibility@mriglobal.org, ensuring a prompt and considerate resolution process. It's important to note that failure to comply with a vaccination-required role or to secure an approved accommodation may affect one's employment status with our organization.
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MRIGlobal solves challenging problems through science, engineering, and program management. We are an independent scientific research organization dedicated to benefiting society and fostering a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment.
When you embark on a career with MRIGlobal, you are joining a crew of world-class talent and problem solvers. Established in 1944, MRIGlobal is headquartered in Kansas City, MO, working in several states including Virginia and Maryland.
Basic Function
Plans and manages the activities of a Capability consisting of technical staff members, laboratory facilities, and assets for conducting quality research and development. Supports priority market areas and project delivery, while ensuring professional growth and stability of the Research Capability. Collaborates with Portfolio Directors, Business Development, and Program Managers to ensure capability team members understand scope, budget, and timelines for both proposals and project execution.
Nature and Scope
This position reports to the Resource Director. Plans, organizes and directs the activities of a group of technical staff to perform appropriate projects in collaboration with key personnel. Requires the ability to plan and forecast activities, perform research, provide the necessary equipment, and ensure a safe and secure work environment with strict adherence to quality requirements. This position will generally spend the majority of their time performing technical leadership activities and serving as the scientific principal investigator, direct client interface or high-level subject matter expert on technical projects. This position requires both technical and managerial skills.
Essential Functions
- Manages the resources associated with a Capability. Provides input for the annual budget and tracks monthly performance metrics to meet established budgets for staff utilization, laboratory expenses, and asset maintenance.
- Maintains a significant portion of the overall Resource Center budget and works with the Resource Director to control expenses within the operating budget.
- Determines staff assignments, reviews/approves timesheets, and ensures the quality of the technical work product delivered during project execution. Provides leadership and guidance for staff during technical task execution, scientific research, training and career development.
- Provides a safe work environment for each staff member by ensuring that safe working procedures exist, and practices are enforced.
- Develops work plans, works on technical programs, serves as Principal Investigator, direct client interface, technical task lead, or high-level subject matter expert on technical projects, and maintains a personal utilization that is in-line with the Resource Center’s overall targets.
- Collaborates with Portfolio Directors, Program Managers and Principal Investigators and reviews proposed project scope of work to determine feasibility within proposed cost, schedule, resources, and performance constraints.
- Collaborates with Business Development and serves as a primary point of contact to assess and provide feedback to proposals’ potential for success and the investments required. Provides input for the technical approach, budget, and schedule sections of proposals.
- Maintains key assets and stays current with leading edge science/technology in market segments that support core competency areas and significant business development opportunities.
- Gathers information on client problems and presents technical solutions to decision makers/influencers to help the client understand the significance of problem consequences to justify taking action.
- Responsible for technical deliverable output of Capability team’s staff. Takes appropriate action to correct deficiencies. Writes draft and final technical reports and technical sections of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Assists in the development of procedures within the Research Operations Resource Center to ensure adherence to standards of ethical business conduct and technical work requirements.
- Utilizes the team budget for technical diversification initiative projects aligned with Business Development priority focus areas.
- Keeps abreast of technical and leadership skills. Attend all applicable training.
- Actively participates in all Corporate-wide initiatives.
- Evaluates capability team members’ performance accurately and fairly. Communicates and discusses performance on a regular basis. Prepares performance appraisals.
- Approves the selection of all new hires for the capability team. Works with Resource Director in defining staffing needs, selection/assessment criteria, and hiring strategy for research staff.
- Identifies key development needs for staff and works with other line managers to mentor staff and provide appropriate training and assignments in core competency areas.
- Recommends training needs of staff to improve performance and assist in career advancement. Establishes and executes a formal training program to ensure professional development and staff engagement within the capability team.
- Leads scientific impact initiatives for staff publications, participation at technical meetings and key contributor recognition.
Advanced degree in a technical related field plus a minimum of 6 years relevant experience; B.S./B.A. in a technical related field plus a minimum of 10 years relevant experience; or appropriate combination of education and experience.
Must be a US Citizen
What We Offer
At MRIGlobal, we offer benefits and perks that make your life even better.
Your Well-Being: You can receive comprehensive coverage for you and your family, and resources that support mental, physical, social, and financial well-being. Get access to wellness benefits like virtual coaching, no-cost counseling, onsite health screenings, gym reimbursement, and more. MRIGlobal has received multiple wellness recognitions, including being named “Healthiest Employer” by Kansas City’s Business Journal in 2024.
A Bright Future: MRIGlobal offers award-winning employer retirement matches and no-cost financial education benefits. Get paid Parental Leave. Enjoy PTO, and a flexible culture that encourages work-life integration.
Personal Development: At MRIGlobal, you will enjoy diverse work that will grow your skillset, along with a tuition reimbursement option to pay for higher education.
A Genuine Community: MRIGlobal is a special workplace. From our Chili Cook-offs, Pi Day, and charitable giving opportunities, our traditions strengthen our team spirit. Join our seasonal staff events, DEI celebrations, and volunteer in initiatives that nurture future STEM generations.
To view all of MRIGlobal's current openings and to ensure that we receive your resume, visit our Career page.
EOE, including disability/vets. As an organization dedicated to scientific advancement, MRIGlobal invites and embraces diversity in our people. We value their unique backgrounds and perspectives in every aspect of our mission. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and represented, fostering a culture where all input is welcome. We adapt to change, challenge the status quo, and evolve through belonging, allyship, and mutual support.
Certain roles, depending on the nature of the job or work assignment require adherence to specific safety measures, including up-to-date vaccinations. This requirement aligns with both our operational needs and the expectations of our clients. Employees must furnish proof of such vaccinations before commencing their duties. Should an individual be unable to meet this vaccination criterion due to a legitimate medical condition, disability, pregnancy, or religious belief, we offer the option to apply for a reasonable accommodation in line with applicable laws. Inquiries or requests for accommodations should be directed to accessibility@mriglobal.org, ensuring a prompt and considerate resolution process. It's important to note that failure to comply with a vaccination-required role or to secure an approved accommodation may affect one's employment status with our organization.
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