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*Posted Job Title*Director, Data Computing and Research Support, Analytics at Wharton (Hybrid Eligible)*Job Profile Title*Director, Research Data Services*Job Description Summary*Analytics at Wharton (AAW) unites The Wharton School’s trail-blazing teaching, research, and industry engagement initiatives that use data to improve decision-making and generate actionable insights. AAW brings together seven programs at the School and supports new ideas and opportunities to expand the impact of big data analytics on research, curriculum, and industry and alumni engagement. The Director of Data Computing and Research Support will work with AAW leadership to develop and advance the goals of Analytics at Wharton’s academic research agenda and experiential learning programs.*Job Description*The Director is responsible for the strategic planning and overall management of complex research projects, often conducted in partnership with industry partners, government agencies, non-profits and the academic community. In addition, the Director will supervise the data computing and research support team. This position reports to the Senior Director of Analytics at Wharton.
Responsibilities include:
* In partnership with AAW leadership, develop and execute the strategic goals of Analytics at Wharton’s academic research agenda and student experiential learning programs. Collaborate with the Vice Dean, AAW Faculty Directors and AAW staff to scope projects and lead a portfolio of work from concept to inception.
* Manage a portfolio of academic research projects and student experiential learning projects by coordinating with faculty and external partners, including government workers, industry partners, student clubs and the global academic and business community.
* Lead the development of research and experiential learning projects from inception to completion: scope projects and develop proposals, delegate and manage tasks and project deliverables, and assign projects and provide training and feedback as needed to support research projects.
* Manage the technical infrastructure and data management of research and experiential learning projects including working with external partners and the AAW data and research team to extract data sets, coordinate preliminary analysis of datasets, and develop robust database environments that support the strategic goals of research projects.
* Develop, implement and manage shared data computing and research support infrastructure. Streamline data processes and expand and enhance data storage, researcher and student applications, and technical documentation for AAW and its affiliated centers and labs. Collaborate with WCIT and other Penn groups to ensure technology operations are cutting-edge and following Wharton computing standards.
* Supervise the research team, which includes 5-7 full-time staff and 10+ undergraduate and graduate research assistants, with plans for future expansion as needed. Indirect supervision of Post-Docs, Pre-Docs, PhD students and affiliated scholars on a per-project basis as needed.
* Collaborate with the AAW staff on student events and educational workshops, including creating content for technical workshops, data competitions, and other student projects. Collaborate with the AAW marketing and communications team on content creation for external promotion.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree is required in a technology field (e.g. computer science or engineering), Master’s degree is preferred.
* 7-10 years of work experience in managing complex research projects.
* Experience managing database projects using SQL and experience with Hadoop, Tableau, R and Python is required.
* Experience managing a research team, including software developers, data scientists, data analysts and student workers is required.
* Experience building relationships with a wide range of internal and external constituents in a large, complex organization
* Excellent interpersonal communication and project management skills to foster collaboration and teamwork among researchers, corporations, local governments, and university departments.
* Strong organizational skills and an ability to manage multiple complex tasks with diverse audiences and varying deadlines is essential.
*Job Location – City, State*Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHybrid Eligible – This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with a work week divided between working onsite and working remotely.
*Department / School*Wharton School*Pay Range*$36,368.00 – $148,122.66Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. *Affirmative Action Statement *
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.*Special Requirements *
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.*University Benefits*
* *Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts*: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
* *Tuition*: Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
* *Retirement:* Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
* *Time Away from Work:* Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
* *Long-Term Care Insurance:* In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
* *Wellness and Work-life Resources*: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
* *Professional and Personal Development:* Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
* *University Resources:* As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
* *Discounts and Special Services*: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
* *Flexible Work Hours:* Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
* *Penn Home Ownership Services:* Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
* *Adoption Assistance:* Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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