Overview:
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.
Project/Unit Description
The Photonics and Microelectronics Division (PMD) in the Electro-Optical Systems Laboratory (EOSL) of GTRI is searching for an Associate Division Chief. PMD performs advanced research that involves the design, development, fabrication, packaging of new materials and microelectronic device technologies, photonic integrated circuits, RF/millimeter-wave devices, and spacecraft hardware. These components and fully functional sub-systems are used in a variety of applications for aerospace and national security platforms.
Job Purpose
Lead multiple sponsored research projects. Assist Division Chief with operations including overhead budget management, hiring, AIS support and facilities management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Division space and facilities including moves, furniture, office assignments and equipment.
- Manage Division overhead budgets including RMA, Professional Development, and Materials and Supplies.
- Ensure sponsored research projects are appropriately supported.
- Assist Division Chief with hiring.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience managing the personnel, technical, and administrative aspects of a team comprised of highly technical and experienced research faculty.
- Prior management experience supervising teams of research faculty at the branch level (or equivalent).
- Experience leading business development activities and sponsor engagement.
- Experience with contracting, proposals, and contract management.
- Experience facilitating dialogue, collaboration, and partnerships among research personnel, government, and industry stakeholders.
- Ability to create and deliver engaging technical presentations.
- Experience & expertise in one or more technologies that are central to the mission of PMD, such as photonics, electro-optical materials and devices, RF GaN/GaAs materials & devices, analog IC design, low-SWaP payloads for expendables/UAV/USV.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI Security Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship Requirements
Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.
Clearance Type Required
Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.
Benefits at GTRI
Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link:
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all.
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