Yale Quantum Institute Managing Director

The Yale Quantum Institute is the quantum science and engineering flagship at Yale and executes the vision of the university for quantum research and education at Yale. The Managing Director spearheads and implements the University Science Strategy Committee recommendations for quantum science and engineering, in partnership with the YQI Director, Deputy Directors and Executive Committee, and reports to the YQI Director and the Vice Provost for Research. The Managing Director is responsible for managing the planning, workflow, and daily operations of the Institute.

Responsibilities

Spearhead and implement the University Science Strategy Committee recommendations for quantum science and engineering; Manage planning, workflow, and daily operations of the Institute; Execute the mission of the institute and represent the YQI to internal and external constituencies; Draft and apply institute policies; Manage faculty membership; Track quantum research at Yale; Advise the institute director and the provost office on the composition of the Institute Advisory Board; Oversee administration, development/fundraising, outreach, visibility and communications, organization of conferences and programs, and financial oversight; Identify gaps in quantum science education and develop or organize educational content; Chair the YQI Fellowship search committee and supervise the Yale Undergraduate Quantum Computing Club Board; Organize and lead tours of quantum laboratories and curate science artifacts for displays or exhibition requests; Manage marketing materials, news articles, press releases, publications, photography, video production, brand identity, merchandise, social media accounts, and website; Develop and administer an operating budget for the assigned department; Negotiate contracts and evaluate vendors; Represent the University in discussions with governmental agencies; Direct a staff of exempt and nonexempt employees

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related field; Seven years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Highly proficient at managing multiple priorities; Ability to exercise good independent judgment and work with minimal supervision; Flexible, energetic, creative, entrepreneurial leader with strong consensus-building skills; Ability to quantitatively formulate budgets and plan programs; Highly proficient at taking initiative, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines; Superior organizational skills and flawless attention to detail; Demonstrated record of successful execution of projects of all sizes/scope; Superior interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality; Strong written, editing, and oral communication skills; Ability to think analytically and articulate ideas

Nice to have

Advanced degree in physics, engineering, or quantum science; 10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience; Experience with or training in quantum science highly desirable

Benefits

A general description of benefits is available at Yale Benefits