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Associate Director, Events And Space Management, University Research (24500459720216)
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Position Number: 5039716
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Business - Finance

Associate Director, Events And Space Management, University Research (24500459720216)

Tracking Code: 24500459720216

Job Description
Boston University's Office of Research (OOR) is seeking applicants for the Associate Director of Events and Space Planning. The Office of Research supports all aspect of research at BU and oversees 22 reporting units including a variety of University-wide centers and institutes. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Research Operations, this position involves a multifaceted set of responsibilities aimed at enhancing the overall research environment and fostering collaborative initiatives.

The Associate Director is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of approximately 30 Office of Research events annually. This includes management of all event logistics, budgets, and working with a variety of stakeholders across the University. The AD will analyze and measure event data to inform decision making and maximize engagement. The AD's successful leadership of these events will contribute to the OOR's goals of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, securing funding opportunities, and furthering research initiatives.

The Associate Director also manages all facilities and space initiatives for many of the areas reporting to the Office of Research. This position provides guidance and support, in partnership with Campus Planning and Operations, to execute all approved projects on time and within budget.

The AD will also be responsible for managing the OOR's cost share budget as well as the process for all requests and approvals.

This position is eligible for BU's robust benefits package, which includes generous paid time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, retirement savings plan matching, tuition remission, and more outstanding programs.

Required Skills
A cover letter is required for consideration
Bachelor's Degree and 5-8 years of related experience required or a Masters Degree with 3-5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree preferred
Project management experience in event planning/implementation and space planning/implementation
Experience in financial analysis and budgeting
Strong interpersonal skills and effective collaborator

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Location: BOSTON, Massachusetts, United States
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: Grade 48

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