Program Director

University of Maryland

College Park (MD)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 113,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park, seeks a senior program manager to lead day-to-day operations of the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS) and coordinate research capacity, education, and partnerships across collaborating universities and partner organizations.

You will supervise the coordinator, oversee reporting functions, and liaise with designated faculty leads to supply analytical data to inform leadership decisions while ensuring alignment with center priorities and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Ten (10) years of professional program management experience.
Experience coordinating multiple cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations of the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS).
Coordinate research capacity, education, training, and workforce development.
Oversee reporting functions and interface with faculty leads and partner organizations.
Supervise coordinator and administer new policies and procedures.

Skills

Business acumen

Performance measures

Policy interpretation

Data analytics

Communication skills

MS Office

Research & synthesis

Independent judgment

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Leads day-to-day operations of the Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS) including the areas of research capacity coordination, community engagement, and institute reporting functions. Manages activities between the Institute's collaborative universities and partner organizations, as well as administrative execution and integration of the four major functions of the center: 1) Cross-Disciplinary Research, 2) Education, Training, and Workforce Development, 3) Research Coordination and Community Engagement, and 4) Partnerships and Infrastructure. Interfaces with designated faculty leads and facilitates financial and operational data provision to allow the Institute leadership team to decide on the initiatives to undertake. Supervises coordinator.

Physical Demands: This is an office job that requires the ability to be stationary for long periods time and the visual acuity and manual dexterity required to operate a computer and other standard office machinery. Must be able to attend meetings in various locations on campus.

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Ten (10) years of professional program management experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of business acumen to understand key business drivers, organizational communications, and data.
Knowledge of organizational and unit performances measures.
Knowledge of the impact and implications of decisions on leadership objectives.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in data analytics and negotiation.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Ability to research information and analyze/synthesize complex data and information to create reports and presentations with valid conclusions derived from various sources.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Additional Job Details

Preferences: Master's degree, experience in higher education, knowledge of the RQS program

Required Application Materials: Resume, cover letter, names and contact information for 3 references

Best Consideration Date: 9/1/2026, Open Until Filled

Physical Demands: This is an office job that requires the ability to be stationary for long periods time and the visual acuity and manual dexterity required to operate a computer and other standard office machinery. Must be able to attend meetings in various locations on campus.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

Yes
For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department

CMNS-Institute for Advanced Computer Studies

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$94,160 - $112,992

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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