UMBC's College of Natural Mathematics and Science Programs at USM Shady Grove

https://shadygrove.umd.edu/

The Associate Dean will serve as the Executive Director for USG Operations.  This role is responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of CNMS satellite programs, which are presently the undergraduate Translational Life Sciences Technology (TLST) program and MPS: Biotechnology at UMBC, at the Universities at Shady Grove. 

This role will foster relationships with Shady Grove Administration and UMBC to collaboratively administer programs with the goal of program expansion.  This will be accomplished with support from UMBC's CNMS Dean, Department of Professional Studies, interaction with Local Community Colleges, connecting with Local Biotech Businesses, and providing leadership to the Undergraduate and Graduate Program Directors.

Note:  This position is located at the Universities at Shady Grove located in Rockville, Maryland.  

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $120,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities include:

Program Governance

• Oversee operational administration of CNMS satellite programs and serve as an advocate for all CNMS satellite programs
• Develop and implement goals for each program
• Oversee program and course assessments and evaluations
• Collaborate with Division of Professional Studies and UMBC-Shady Grove administration
• Fiscal responsibility includes understanding budget, program growth, funding

Instruction

• Communicate with USG administration for classroom assignments and laboratory operations; including scheduling classes each semester
• Communicate the programmatic needs to the Division of Professional Studies and CNMS
• Update curriculum in compliance with the standards of CNMS and UMBC
• Support policies associated with the college, professional, and university’s academic integrity
• Teach one or more courses each semester, as needed, in core curricular areas

Faculty Affairs

• Participate in the recruitment and selection of instructional faculty and/or staff
• Encourage faculty to communicate ideas for improving the programs
• Assign faculty responsibilities, such as teaching, program service, advising, and so forth
  
  

Student Activities

• Coordinate with Graduate, Undergraduate Program Directors to recruit students for the USG programs (e.g., TLST and MPS: Biotechnology) through information sessions, open houses, classroom visits at local community colleges, and related events, etc.
• Assist in the advising of students, as needed, every semester to review their academic progress, approve their educational schedules, and provide recommendations for their long-term educational goals.
• Prepare students for graduation requirements
• Work with CNMS-related student organizations

External Communication

• Improve and maintain the program’s image and reputation
• Initiate and maintain liaison and recruitment with external agencies and institutions
• Process program correspondence and requests for information
• Manage CNMS USG program Advisory Boards (e.g. TLST and Biotechnology’s)
• Complete articulation agreements with MC, FCC, HC, and other local community college biotech programs to enhance the student pipeline into UMBC.
• Promoting collaboration and partnerships with local biotech companies and universities that have similar programs

A background check will be required. 

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.