Assistant Director (Research Associate) – Saul Kripke Center

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Assistant Director for the Saul Kripke Center. This role involves conducting academic research, assisting faculty and students, and maintaining the Center's archives. You will collaborate on research projects, develop proposals, and engage in fundraising efforts. The position requires a Doctoral degree and emphasizes strong research, analytical, and project management skills. Join a dynamic environment dedicated to advancing knowledge and scholarship in the arts and sciences, making a significant impact on the academic community.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required with strong research and analytical skills.
• Experience in grant writing and event organization is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct academic research and assist faculty and students.
• Maintain archives and improve the Center's online presence.
• Develop research plans and apply for grants.

Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Thinking

Project Management

Grant Writing

Critical Thinking

Event Organization

Education

Doctoral Degree in a related field

Tools

Archival Software

Job description

Assistant Director (Research Associate) – Saul Kripke Center

GENERAL DUTIES

Conducts academic research in connection with CUNY programs; may assist faculty, staff, and students in conducting research and lead research efforts involving others.

• Develops research plans and proposals and participates in acquiring funding.

• Collects, analyzes, and assures validity of data.

• Writes progress reports; writes and publishes findings.

• Collaborates with internal and external colleagues.

• Adheres to standards for safety and hygiene and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties.

CONTRACT TITLE

Research Associate

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Graduate Center, CUNY is the focal point for advanced teaching and research at The City University of New York (CUNY), the nation's largest urban public university. With over 35 doctoral and master’s programs of the highest caliber, the Graduate Center fosters pioneering research and scholarship in the arts and sciences and prepares students for careers in universities and the private, nonprofit, and government sectors. The Graduate Center’s commitment to research and scholarship for the public good is exemplified by its more than 30 centers, institutes, and initiatives, including its Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC), a 200,000 square-foot facility in upper Manhattan, designed to promote collaboration among scientists in five areas of global research and innovation: nanoscience, photonics, structural biology, neuroscience, and environmental sciences.

The Graduate Center (GC) benefits from highly ambitious and diverse students and alumni—who in turn teach hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year. Through its public programs, the Graduate Center enhances New York City’s intellectual and cultural life.

The Assistant Director of the Saul Kripke Center reports to the Distinguished Professor.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Conducts academic research associated with the Center’s work; assists faculty, staff, and students in conducting research associated with the Center's work.

• Researches, builds, and maintains the Center's audio, digital, and paper archives, and provides access to the archive and research assistance to visiting scholars.

• Supports the Center’s core activities by researching and applying for grants.

• Collaborates on research projects with graduate students and other students.

• Maintains and improves the Center’s website and social media presence.

• Contributes to the intellectual life of the Graduate Center by arranging lectures and conferences on the Center's work.

• Develops research plans and proposals; writes progress reports.

• Adheres to standards for safety, hygiene, and ethical conduct as defined by the University and relevant outside parties.

• Engages in the transcription and editing of manuscripts for potential publication.

• Engages in targeted fundraising on behalf of the Center.

• Performs other research related duties as assigned.

This position will begin no later than August 2025 and requires the incumbent to work in person.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral Degree in a related field and demonstrated research ability.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with archival work.

• A robust knowledge of Kripke's contributions to Philosophy, Logic, and/or Mathematics.

• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including sound judgment and decision-making skills, and the ability to identify problems and recommend strategic solutions.

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to multitask to meet deadlines.

• Proven experience in organizing and executing events.

• Proven experience in grant writing, grant management, and/or non-profit fundraising.

• The ability to work regular hours (35 hours/week), including during the Summer.

COMPENSATION