Head of Postdoctoral Affairs & Professional Development

Universityofnotredame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Graduate School seeks a highly motivated Assistant Dean to direct the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The role requires strategic leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and robust program development for postdoctoral scholars.

Responsibilities include directing operations, coordinating cross-unit workflows, and building a strong professional development portfolio. On-site in South Bend, Indiana, with a focus on policy development and program excellence.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., J.D., or Ed.D. required.
• 3-4 years of experience as a postdoctoral scholar or working with postdoctoral scholars.
• Strong leader.
• Strong relationship builder.
• Strong facilitator.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strategic planning.
• Managerial experience.
• Problem solving.
• Analytical skills.
• Project management skills.
• Experience in facilitating training sessions or large group meetings.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operations of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
• Oversee appointment processes for postdocs and non-faculty research positions.
• Collaborate with HR, General Counsel, International Student & Scholar Affairs, and hiring departments to optimize workflows.
• Manage program communications such as newsletters and web updates.
• Supervise the Program Coordinator and guide day-to-day work and deliverables.
• Partner with colleges and campus units to streamline administrative support.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Facilitation

Communication

Strategic planning

Managerial experience

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Doctoral degree required

Tools

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Job description

The University of Notre Dame Graduate School seeks a highly motivated Assistant Dean to direct the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The role requires strategic leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and robust program development for postdoctoral scholars.

Responsibilities include directing operations, coordinating cross-unit workflows, and building a strong professional development portfolio. On-site in South Bend, Indiana, with a focus on policy development and program excellence.