Director, Quantum Research Programs & Partnerships

Usmd; College Park, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking an experienced program manager to lead day-to-day operations for the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS). This role coordinates research capacity, community engagement, and institute reporting across partner universities and organizations.

The successful candidate will supervise a coordinator and translate data into actionable reports for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ten (10) years of professional program management experience.
• Master’s degree preferred; higher education experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS).
• Coordinate research capacity, education, and reporting functions.
• Supervise coordinator and interface with partner universities and organizations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Data analytics

Independent judgment

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data visualization tools

Job description

The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking an experienced program manager to lead day-to-day operations for the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS). This role coordinates research capacity, community engagement, and institute reporting across partner universities and organizations.

The successful candidate will supervise a coordinator and translate data into actionable reports for leadership.