What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Center for Research Excellence 997977 position at Xavier University?
Job Description
Xavier University is seeking an inaugural director for its new Center for Research Excellence (CRE). Animated by a mission to promote the growth and success of research, scholarly, and creative activities across all colleges at Xavier, the CRE will provide a centralized office responsive to the needs of the campus community. Goals of the CRE include :
- Strengthen scholarly activity by building collaborative networks internally and with external partners
- Identify and expand external grant funding supporting scholarship and programmatic activities
- Encourage the participation of undergraduate and graduate students in research, scholarly, and creative activity
- Support professional development related to research and scholarly activities, including by providing training, consultation and mentorship
- Fostering a university culture that recognizes scholarly and creative activity
- Contribute to creating and sustaining a culture of ethics and robust policies supporting research integrity
The Director provides leadership to the CRE, promoting a vision for scholarly activity that is aligned with Xavier's mission. The Director will work to achieve the CRE mission and goals, while advocating for resources to support its development and growth. The Director will work with and provide leadership to offices and areas supporting research, including Grant Services, IRB and Undergraduate Research, and coordinates with additional campus partners, including the Center for Teaching Excellence, University Library and Development Office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide leadership to the Center, articulating and promoting a vision for scholarly activity at Xavier, appropriate to its mission
2. Expand and strengthen research and scholarly activity by building capacity and expertise, as well as by promoting collaboration, among faculty and staff
3. Encourage the participation of students in research, scholarly, and creative activity
4. Foster and sustain a culture of ethics and research integrity
5. Provide leadership to offices and areas supporting research, including Grant Services, IRB and Undergraduate Research, and coordination with additional campus partners, including the Center for Teaching Excellence, University Library and Development Office
This is a 12-month, on-campus position. Typical work hours are in-person M-F 8 : 30 am - 5 : 00 pm, with occasional need for earlier or later hours. Hybrid scheduling, up to two days per week, may be available.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal art and is strongly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our mission. We strive for a climate of respect and inclusiveness that welcomes and supports members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, is committed unreservedly to open and free inquiry, and deliberately seeks out multiple perspectives. Xavier is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment; we welcome candidates who thrive in a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are encouraged and embraced.
To ensure consideration, interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references on Xavier's website. In their cover letter, candidates are asked to include a brief statement on how they might support / contribute to Xavier's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Review of applications will start on December 6, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University's discretion.
BENEFITS :
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.
