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Job Description Special Instructions to Applicants: All interested applicants should attach a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues. About Rice Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities. Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence. Position Summary Reporting to the Senior Fellow for Brain Health and Society, the Program Manager directs the administrative operations and strategic initiatives for Rice University's Brain Health and Society program. The incumbent is responsible for translating the program’s vision into actionable plans and managing key operational areas, including budget and finance, external partnerships, events, and communications. This position will play a crucial role in advancing Rice’s leadership in the rapidly expanding field of the brain economy by engaging international and regional leaders, mobilizing action, and supporting the academic and translational integration of diverse disciplines. The Program Manager will provide comprehensive support to program leadership and collaborators, ensuring the program’s goals are met with efficiency and excellence. Ideal Candidate Statement The ideal candidate for the Program Manager, Brain and Society position at Rice University will possess a unique blend of attributes, qualifications, and characteristics that align with the program's vision and goals. This individual will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of innovative accomplishments and the ability to translate broad goals into concrete, operational plans. Workplace Requirements This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change. Hiring Range: $63,100 to $83,400. *Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime. This position is funded by soft funds and is a one-year term-limited position. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of funding. Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s degree. • At least two or more (2+) years of related experience in a program management or administrative leadership role within an academic, research, or policy-related environment. Skills • Effective written and oral communication skills to address a wide variety of audiences • Ability to include productively assemble, engage, and lead cross-functional teams • Demonstrates project management ability to employ integration, scope time managements, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement components. • Ability to balance customer expectations with project reality • Demonstrates resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations • Keen grasp of interpersonal and impact awareness • Depth of knowledge in technical discipline/domain needed to deliver projects Preferences • Master’s degree in a relevant field such as public health, public policy, or business administration. • Five or more years of experience in a leadership or administrative capacity within a higher education institution or a research organization. • Experience in a collaborative/participatory management environment. • Demonstrated record of innovative accomplishments. • Experience with fundraising, grant management, and budget oversight. • Familiarity with issues related to public health, neuroscience, or brain capital. • Knowledge of constituent database software (e.g., Blackbaud CRM) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (e.g., Oracle). Essential Functions • Leads and directs both administrative and strategic operational aspects of the Brain Health and Society program, ensuring efficient, innovative, and impactful workflows. • Independently develops, implements, and maintains major program initiatives, including public-private partnerships, community engagement, and economic development strategies. • Manages the program's budget and financial operations in coordination with central finance offices, including annual budget planning, purchasing, and expense tracking. • Plans and executes program events, ranging from small workshops to large-scale conferences, including speaker management, logistics, and material development. • Leads strategic program communications and outreach efforts, including website content, digital marketing, and the creation of promotional materials. • Provides administrative support for grant and funding proposals and ensures post-award accounting and compliance for sponsored projects. • Collaborates with co-leads and operational teams across the Rice Brain Institute to ensure alignment and integration of efforts. • Serves as a strategic advisor to program leadership on emerging trends and opportunities related to brain health, neuroscience, and public policy. • Assists in fundraising and philanthropic positioning for the program’s activities. • Performs all other duties as assigned. Additional Functions • Knowledge of management principles, with excellent organizational and project management skills. • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise teams through complex initiatives and organizational change. • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively and build confidence with individuals at all levels of a complex academic environment. • Ability to think strategically and translate broad goals into concrete, operational plans. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess program impact and effectiveness. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences. Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support. If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu . Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.