Executive Director, Population Research Center

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Executive Director for CCPR. Lead strategic direction, research programs, and MPDS operations, guiding a diverse team of researchers and staff.

You will collaborate with faculty, advisory boards, and funders to advance population research and training initiatives. The role requires a master's degree or equivalent and strong leadership, budgeting, and relationship-building capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent required.
• Budgeting and financial oversight experience.
• Strong strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience managing complex academic programs encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for CCPR and MPDS programs.
• Oversee research staff, faculty, and administrative operations.
• Coordinate fundraising, space planning, and budget stewardship.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with funding agencies.
• Supervise staff, admissions, and program marketing activities.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) seeks an Executive Director for CCPR. Lead strategic direction, research programs, and MPDS operations, guiding a diverse team of researchers and staff.

You will collaborate with faculty, advisory boards, and funders to advance population research and training initiatives. The role requires a master's degree or equivalent and strong leadership, budgeting, and relationship-building capabilities.