Assistant Director, NSF I-Corps Hub: Great Lakes Region

University Of Michigan - Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Ann Arbor, MI

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Director for the NSF I-Corps Hub: Great Lakes Region will oversee daily operations, ensuring program execution aligns with grant requirements and budget constraints. This role involves driving program implementation, coordinating evaluation and reporting, supporting strategic planning, and monitoring financial compliance, all while fostering collaboration with partner institutions and the National Science Foundation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and budgeting of regional programming.
• Oversee data collection for evaluation purposes and ensure timely reporting to the National Science Foundation.
• Partner with the Hub Director to shape and execute the annual strategic plan.
• Collaborate with Hub Leadership to track expenditures and uphold grant metrics.
• Serve as the main operational point of contact for the NSF I-Corps Hub.
• Provide updates and required documentation to NSF program officers.
• Oversee logistics for I-Corps programs and events, including vendor contracts and travel arrangements.
• Contribute to the Hub's annual strategic planning process.
• Participate in the I-Corps Hub Broadening Participation Working Group.
• Manage I-Corps program delivery, including curriculum development and team communications.
• Supervise contractors and students involved in program support.
• Work with program directors to recruit and prepare teaching talent and program participants.
• Host remote and in-person classes, workshops, webinars, and meetings.
• Serve as the primary contact for program participants regarding funding and guidelines.
• Oversee the I-Corps Hub CRM system and data management activities.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in program management.
• Exceptional communication, listening, and influencing abilities.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Lean Launchpad methodologies and customer discovery.
• Familiarity with technology commercialization pathways.
• Experience with Zoho CRM and associated products.

Benefits

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses