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University of Michigan Managing Director in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Managing Director
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: -Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. -Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Responsibilities*
Administrative:
- Provides overall administrative leadership and direction that includes day-to-day operations, including making
decisions, planning, development and implementation of short and long-range objectives that are consistent
with the mission and goals of the Resource Center (RC).
- Financial management of the organization, including development and implementation of annual budgets and
external funds. Work with faculty to establish evaluation metrics for implemented programs
- Development and implementation of organizational and administrative policies and initiatives
and the review and evaluation of their outcomes.
- Lead project managers and research teams to ensure projects are completed on time and within the budget
Proposals, Reporting and Compliance (20%) (Essential):
Interact with Project PIs and monitor progress of projects receiving funding from the RC
Oversees and manages the annual progress report
Ensures that all activities are in compliance with the Federal Sponsor requirements
Provide the overall coordination of any grant proposals
Liaison and Communication:
- Develop and foster close working relationships with inter- and cross-collaborative units and project
collaborators, within/outside of the University
Representing the RC to internal and external audiences.
Interact with Core and Subject Matter experts to ensure needs of projects are being met
Programmatic:
Plan and execute any RC events
Serves the public good by bringing evidence-based approaches and tools to the workplace
Required Qualifications*
An MS or PhD in Engineering or Biomedical Science field with related experience in translational, pre-clinical or clinical sciences
Experience in federal grant preparation and management
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maximum collaboration in a team environment
Excellent project management skills that includes, budget oversight, planning, organizing, tracking, scheduling, time management and professional relationship management
Ability to work closely with a variety of internal and external contacts in the engineering, life sciences, clinical, regulatory and private sectors
Excellent attendance record and commitment to be an onsite presence
Have at least five years of professional, project management experience
Have at least five years of supervisory experience to include, performance evaluations, hiring, discipline and oversight of job tasks
Excellent verbal and written skills
Must have strong computer skills
Requires a high level of resourcefulness, motivation, accountability and ability to think analytically
Attention to detail, meeting deadlines and a service-oriented attitude are essential
Desired Qualifications*
Experience in grant writing and professional publications
Basic familiarity with the engineering or health sciences fields
Knowledge of University practices, rules and regulations
Experience in managing the multi-center large scale grants/ centers
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package (https://careers.umich.edu/benefits) to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave.
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after the first year of employment.
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
Life insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Work-life programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health services.
Work Locations
This position is located at the School of Dentistry at 1011 N University Ave.
Additional Information
This is a one-year term limited appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and continued available funding.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
275334
Working Title
Managing Director
Job Title
Director
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Dentistry
Department
DENT Bio & Materials Science
Posting Begin/End Date
4/09/2026 - 4/23/2026
Salary
$135,000.00 - $159,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
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