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• Director for Finance and Administration, Weatherhead School of Management (Job 8861), salary commensurate with experience, posted 11/04/09

  Serve as chief financial and operations officer for the Weatherhead School of Management, with management, advisory and decision-making responsibilities for the areas of finance and budget, facilities planning, construction and maintenance operations, human resources, and information technology. Serve as a key member of the senior management team.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  • 10+ years of demonstrated experience in the financial/accounting field with 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in a senior level management position.
  • Demonstrated experience in human resources management and facility and/or information technology management.
  • Demonstrated experience in a University setting

  Education/Licensing
  Relevant Master’s Degree required, with CPA credentials strongly preferred. Sound understanding of the principles and application of fund accounting used in college and university budgeting and accounting.

  Essential Skills
  • Demonstrated supervisory/management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • High degree of organization.
  • Demonstrated project management skills. Attention to detail in planning, execution and follow-up.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact with a variety of constituents with “valued customer” approach. Tact and responsiveness.
  • Proven problem solving skills/ability to identify and analyze options resulting in a solid decision/plan.
  • Commitment and dedication for the general functioning of WSOM and the University.
  • Ability to work effectively under stress/deadlines.
  • Ability to facilitate/negotiate in personnel matters.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability.
  • High integrity and strong professional standards.

  Technical Skills
  • Strong accounting skills, including budget, accounts payable and financial analysis.
  • Ability to interpret and assess technology requirements/needs.
  • Ability to function in a Window-based, Microsoft Office environment.
  • Advanced spreadsheet skills including Excel.
  • Familiarity with PeopleSoft.
  • Database skills including Access.
  • Ability to utilize the e-mail system.
  • Ability to quickly learn and apply new software applications.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Director of Annual Giving, Development and External Relations, College of Arts and Sciences (Job 8859), minimum annual salary is $43,446, posted 11/03/09

  The Director of Annual Giving has a primary responsibility for the planning and implementation of the College of Arts and Sciences’ Annual Fund. Functioning as a member of the College’s development and alumni relations team, the Director of Annual Giving will work in partnership with the Executive Director for Development and External Relations, other alumni relations and development colleagues and faculty of the College of Arts and Sciences and University Relations and Development to raise the school’s local, regional, state, national and international support.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Must have two to five years of progressive experience in development and a corresponding track record in planning and implementing annual fund programs.

  Education/licensing
  Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.

  Essential skills
  • Knowledge of liberal arts education is highly desirable.
  • High degree of energy, creativity, flexibility, organization and interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.

  Technical skills
  Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new programs.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Associate Dean for External Affairs, Development and External Affairs (Job 8858), salary commensurate with experience, posted 11/03/09

  The Associate Dean for External Affairs is responsible for the development of the overall fund-raising and marketing plans for the Case School of Engineering in alignment with the overarching strategies of the division of Development. This position will report directly to the Associate Vice President of Institutional Development and will have additional indirect reporting responsibility to the Dean of the Case School of Engineering (CSE). In conjunction with the departments of Philanthropic Development and Gift Planning this individual will identify both long and short-term development goals and objectives and identify a tactical plan to achieve them. This position will require that approximately 80% of the incumbent’s time be spent on direct face-to-face cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, with the expectation that they will be fully responsible for individual gift activity within the Case School of Engineering. Functioning as part of the university development team, the incumbent will be expected to work collegially, and in partnership, with university-based colleagues. The Associate Dean will assist in overseeing the school’s national fund raising programs and will lead the efforts of the school in planning and implementing their fund raising campaigns. The Associate Dean is a member of the Dean’s senior administrative group, advises the Dean, department chairs and members of the faculty, and serves as a primary point of contact to the external community on the positioning of CSE’s development and international programs.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  • Ten or more years of increasing responsibility in the area of development, alumni relations, public relations, marketing, sales, or other relationship critical area
  • Five to seven years of major gift fundraising experience, preferably in higher education
  • Background in engineering/technical fields is helpful but not required
  • Previous program and/or supervisory experience required

  Education/licensing
  Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred

  Essential/Technical skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills required
  • Tenacity in identifying new sources of philanthropic support, ability to close gifts
  • Strong organizational planning and management skills
  • Ability to actively engage in strategic planning
  • Exception writing skills
  • Ability to supervise a staff and provide leadership to new initiatives

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Senior Business Director of Industrial Education Programs, The Institute for Management and Engineering (TiME), Job 8846. Minimum annual salary is $46,421, posted 11/03/09

  The Senior Business Director of Industrial Education Programs will develop and execute strategies for engaging, cultivating and sustaining partnerships with industry, as well as government (federal, state and local) organizations to enhance experiential opportunities for students in the Master of Engineering and Management Program (MEM). Experiential opportunities will leverage TiME’s Industrial/Community Assistantship Program in Graduate Education, and TiME’s Commercialization Associates Program.

  This position will oversee and collaborate on company projects that are aligned with the MEM Program curriculum and which require management and stewardship to ensure high value to corporate sponsors and students’ learning experiences. The Senior Business Director of Industrial Education Programs will be a strategic leader in extensive collaborations between new and existing enterprises, technology-based economic development organizations, and other academic institutions for the purpose of stimulating innovation and economic growth. Such initiatives will facilitate the commercialization of technology resulting in new product development, new services, and ultimately job creation. In this role, the Senior Business Director of Industrial Education Programs will serve as a relationship manager to effectively drive collaborations and interface teams of students, faculty, industry experts and partnering academic institutions.
  
  The Senior Business Director of Industrial Education Programs will also work with Dr. Wnek to build and sustain industry connections to the new CSE IDEA (Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurial Activities) Institute which Wnek is helping to lead. Importantly, the IDEA Institute is CSE’s link to the university’s strategic thrust centering on Culture, Creativity and Design.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Minimum 10 years of industry experience, with management of business development

  Education/licensing
  • Bachelor’s Degree Required
  • Advanced degree preferred in Management or Engineering

  Essential skills
  • Must possess exceptional skill in the area of relationship management
  • Must demonstrate flexibility, and ability to adapt and manage multiple priorities calmly and effectively
  • Ability to influence, lead, collaborative and demonstrate diplomacy
  • Ability to adapt effectively to diverse populations internal and external to the University
  • Must possess outstanding project management and execution skills
  • Ability to think strategically while understanding details of critical importance

  Technical skills
  Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new programs

  
  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Director of Regional Development and Campaign Giving, Weatherhead School of Management (Job 8845), minimum annual salary is $49,613,, posted 11/03/09

  A strong internal candidate has been identified

  The Director of Regional Development and Campaign Giving will have primary responsibility for the solicitation of individual gifts for Case Western Reserve University from its natural constituency and beyond ($1,000 - $500,000). This position will be charged to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of 150 – 200 prospects for Weatherhead. This position will require that approximately 80% of their time be on direct face-to-face cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, with the expectation that they will be fully responsible for all individual major gift activity within a specific program, school, or university priority. Functioning as part of a university development team, the incumbent will be expected to work collegially, and in partnership, with school-based colleagues. The Director of Regional Development and Campaign Giving will assist in overseeing Weatherhead’s national fund raising programs and will offer counsel in planning and implementing Weatherhead’s fund raising campaign throughout the country. The Director will also be responsible for engaging individual donors who will participate in a $60 million dollar campaign for the Weatherhead School.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Seven or more years of increasing responsibility in the area of development, alumni relations, public relations or marketing; proven track record of successful fund raising.

  Education and/or licensing
  Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

  Essential skills
  • High degree of energy, creativity, organization and interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.

  Technical skills
  • Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new programs.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Assistant Director, Access Services (Job 8837), minimum annual salary is $40,662, posted 10/26/09

  A strong internal candidate has been identified

  Directly responsible for all aspects of Access Services operations to ensure efficiency, professionalism, and outstanding customer service while mitigating risk, both physical and financial, to the University and its constituents.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  A minimum of 5 years experience at a university or similar institution in a high traffic/exposure customer service function. Experience must also include duties involving security, access, and related systems in a technology rich environment.

  Education
  Bachelor's degree in management or related field

  Essential skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to manage reporting staff and to make independent decisions.
  • Ability to independently carry out the types of functions described above, with only generalized supervision.
  • Strong working knowledge of access, security, parking and ID systems operation in a university setting.
  • Outstanding problem resolution and customer service skills. Good attention to detail and follow through required.
  • Ability to work through challenges quickly and professionally with minimal supervision to arrive at sound decisions.
  • Ability to maintain confidential records and information in accordance with FERPA and other related statutes.
  • Ability to maturely manage confidential materials, of particular sensitivity will be exposure to student, parking and security information.
  • Must possess a service-oriented outlook.
  • Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, including: negotiating abilities; the ability to present complex concepts in simplified terms within a teaching setting; ability to communicate effectively with undergraduate and graduate students; and conflict resolution skills.

  Technical skills
  • Knowledge and demonstrated skills with data base, spreadsheet, word processing and office applications is essential.
  • Ability to learn hardware and software operations of the Access, ID Issuance system, Blackboard transaction system, Key Issuance, Parking systems including T2 and online parking reservation system, and related systems.
  • Familiarity with PeopleSoft Financials and Human Capital Management systems preferred

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ddsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Vice President for Facilities Management and Campus Planning (Job 8835), salary commensurate with experience, posted 10/26/09

  The Vice President is responsible for leadership, direction and oversight of activities related to the university’s physical assets, including maintaining and upgrading the campus master plan and facilities standards, construction, capital projects, budget process and renovation projects, custodial services, landscaping and grounds, and vehicle maintenance. In addition, this individual will lead the office’s development and expansion of campus sustainability initiatives, an effort that has taken on increasing prominence in recent years.
  The Vice President faces a broad and diverse range of challenges each day. The individual participates in the development and implementation of policy, determination of viability of real estate acquisitions and appropriateness of financing options. In addition, the Vice President considers capital financing opportunities, cost/benefit trade-offs, regulatory and compliance issues, labor relations, capital investments in facilities, and daily operational issues elevated by staff. Finally, this individual is expected to foster continuous improvement across all its functional areas and to participate in long-term strategic and capital planning.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Minimum of 12 years in administrative positions related to facilities management and planning with demonstrated effectiveness and progressive advancement in an empowered environment, preferably at a research university. Extensive experience with business information systems, and familiarity with sustainability initiatives and knowledge of best practices in this field.

  Education
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or a combination of education and approximately 12 years experience relating to this position is required. Masters Degree preferred.

  Essential Skills
  Position requires substantial business and financial administration expertise including facilities management, business information systems and sustainability initiatives.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ktsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Payroll Supervisor, Controller's Office (Job 8827), minimum annual salary is $38,072, posted 10/20/09

  The payroll supervisor manages the processing of the University’s semi-monthly and monthly payrolls. Responsibility includes acting as liaison to other departments, including Human Resources, monitoring interfaces into the payroll system from both internal and external sources, maintaining the integrity of data in the payroll system and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payroll processes and salary distribution. Responsible for direct supervision of staff engaged in the payroll process and serves as head of department when the Manager is absent. Must attain and maintain expert knowledge of PeopleSoft HCM.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Ten years of work experience in a business office environment required, preferably in the payroll area and/or within a complex organization;

  Education
  • High school education required. Associate’s degree preferred.
  • Certification from a national payroll organization preferred.

  Essential Skills
  • Knowledge of payroll and payroll taxes;
  • Experience supervising staff highly desirable; ability to manage staff
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, especially in the payroll area;
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member;
  • Strong organizational, time management and written/verbal communication skills;
  • Knowledge of payroll and payroll tax issues;
  • Excellent customer service skills; ability to work with individuals at all levels, including tax agency representatives, directors and managers in other departments, students and technical staff;
  • Maturity and judgment necessary to handle sensitive and confidential information;
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines while attending to details; proven decision making and problem solving skills;

  Technical Skills
  • Experience on an integrated computer system required;
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products;
  • Ability to effectively utilize the internet and e-mail systems;
  • Experience with ERP payroll systems, PeopleSoft systems a plus;
  • Proficient use of standard office equipment and machines; ability to create queries

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety, DOES (Job 8797), salary commensurate with experience, posted 10/02/09

  Executive Director provides innovative and strategic leadership and is responsible for the delivery of environmental health and safety services to the University community. The position reports to Vice President for Campus Services the incumbent develops and oversees innovative, comprehensive programs for the University. He/she insures compliance with legal and university requirements regarding Environmental Health, Chemical Safety, Biological Safety and Radiation Safety. The Executive Director recommends and implements additional programs as laws and compliance requirements change. He/she assesses effect of current and proposed laws, and defines options and associated costs, risks, and responses.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  10 years of relevant experience in Environmental Health and Safety and 5 years of managing such programs.

  Education/Licensing
  Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Natural Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field.

  Essential Skills
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated skills and knowledge of the principles and trends of human resource management to effectively and ethically supervise and manage staff.
  • Requires a comprehensive knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, and experience in the enforcement and compliance auditing processes of regulatory agencies.
  • Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, peers, and the University community and to review, evaluate and implement necessary regulatory requirements, policy, procedures, technical documents, proposals, and fiscal requirements.
  • Experience coordinating complex programs to ensure efficient and timely operation in compliance with state and federal regulations. Supervisory skills to effectively recruit, train, evaluate, and motivate staff and build an effective service-oriented environment.
  • Experience diplomatically dealing with others and to skillfully resolve conflicts.
  • Significant experience in designing, implementing and managing a full range of programs, and expertise in EH&S regulations applicable to a major academic institution or hospital is essential.
  • Must have excellent managerial and fiscal skills, and expertise in hazard and risk assessment and radiation safety with the ability to develop and implement both preventative and abatement strategies.

  Technical Skills
  Strong computer skills (MS Office).

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ddsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• IUPS Society Manager, Physiology and Biophysics (Job 8750), minimum annual salary is $35,665, posted 09/15/09

  The IUPS is an organization which brings together physiologists from throughout the world. The objectives of the IUPS are: to encourage the advancement of the physiological sciences; to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge in the field of physiological sciences; to promote the International Congresses of Physiological Sciences: to promote such other meetings as may be useful for the advancement of the physiological sciences; and to promote such other measures as will contribute to the development of physiological sciences in developing countries. Additionally the IUPS publishes a journal, Physiology in cooperation with the American Physiological Society. The IUPS has 30 active Scientific Commissions and four Committees. It is an adhering member of the Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences and participates in the work of several Scientific Committees of ICSU. Adhering bodies to IUPS include 51 National Members, 9 Associate Members, 2 Affiliated Members, 3 Regional Members and 15 Special Members. Working under limited supervision, manage the administrative activities for the organization supporting the Secretary General, including financial, marketing, and general operations. This position requires regular exercise of discretion and judgment.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  5-7 years of administrative/managerial experience.

  Education/licensing
  High school education, some college preferred.

  Essential skills
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail for accuracy, ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred working knowledge of administrative models and website techniques.
  • Ability to develop and implement successful action plans and tactics.
  • Ability to work independently on and be accountable for assigned projects.
  • Must have initiative and motivation and the highest standards for integrity and business ethics.
  • Must work with a high diligence and commitment to achieve the goals of the Council and ensure effective communication and cooperation with colleagues.

  Technical skills
  Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software. Proven skill in research and database management and excellent internet and computer skills.

  
  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to jgsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Associate Vice President, Industry Sponsored Research, Office of Research and Technology Management (Job 8738), salary commensurate with experience, posted 09/03/09

  The Associate Vice President, Industry Sponsored Research is responsible for increasing university-industry sponsored research projects. A member of the Office of Research and Technology Management team, the individual in this role will lead the strategic positioning of the university’s core research and industrial partnering capabilities. CWRU shall demonstrate a targeted value proposition to a diverse group of private sector business and industry partners. This activity will enable a stronger external campus voice for research-active faculty and strengthen support for their world-class research and development.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  • Fifteen years of business experience, including significant personal participation in the leadership and senior management of one or more technology-based businesses, including the marketing and technology/product development functions
  • Five years of personal experience in or with academia
  • Five years of experience in commercial new-product development

  Education/licensing
  Advanced degree required; preferably, a Master’s of Business Administration, Master’s of Science or Master’s of Engineering

  Essential skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills evidenced through relationship management, networking and team building
  • Ability to engage and develop an understanding of the needs and wants of the business community
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of university research and intellectual property practices and procedures
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of CWRU research professionals and unique research facilities and capabilities
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality; exhibits highest ethics and integrity
  • Self-motivated
  • Consummate team player and individual contributor
  • Innovative and creative thinker
  • Ability to think at a strategic level, translate strategy into action and execute
  • Ability to form and maintain good working relationships with diverse stakeholders
  • Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities
  • Experience in the senior management of one or more technology-oriented companies
  • Excellent analytical, marketing, selling, organizational, communications, negotiating, and planning skills; ability to successfully “meet and match wits” with senior people in business and academia
  • Ability to concurrently manage multiple diverse projects
  • Working knowledge of medical and life sciences and of engineering disciplines. Personal dedication to and fascination with the “endless frontier” of evolving science and technology
  • Creativity and problem solving capabilities; perseverance to get things done, to high standards
  • High energy and stamina – to remain effective under stress and in long-drawn-out projects
  • Ability to (a) work under pressure; (b) pay attention to detail; (c) meet inflexible deadlines on own initiative; (d) deal with difficult situations while maintaining composure

  Technical skills
  Working knowledge of –
  • Technology licensing process
  • New company formation process
  • Patent and copyright laws and other methods of intellectual property protection, and the processes of achieving such protection
  • Government laws and regulations as related to technology transfer
  • Contract law
  • Effective management of information systems, including data bases, in an office that handles a great deal of information

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ddsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Supervisor, Custodial Services (Job 8736), minimum annual salary is $35,665, posted 09/03/09

  The Custodial Supervisor will oversee Building Service Workers to provide routine and special cleaning services in campus buildings and residence halls, including restrooms, bathrooms, offices, classrooms, laboratories, and public areas. The nature and frequency of cleaning is performed according to Custodial Services’ Quality Control Program. Custodial Services strives to provide high quality, customer service oriented cleaning services to the university community.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  5 years of cleaning experience in the commercial cleaning field, preferably at a large institution. At least two years of leadership experience in a similar work environment is required.

  Education/licensing
  • High school education
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license

  Essential skills
  • Success as a leader must be shown through a strong record of human relations and communications skills, team achievements, and innovations.
  • Proficiency in cleaning by itself is not sufficient to meet this job requirement.

  Technical skills
  • Must be able to pass required physical examination.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds; engage in frequent walking, standing, bending, stretching, and stair climbing; and operate power equipment such as high speed buffers.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ddsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Assistant Director of Foundation Relations, University Relations and Development (Job 8715), minimum annual salary is $43,446, posted 08/21/09

  The Assistant Director of Foundation Relations has a primary responsibility for the identification, cultivation and solicitation of a targeted group of local and national foundations. The Assistant Director of Foundation Relations must have demonstrated ability to develop partnerships on multidisciplinary projects closing gifts from their portfolio of foundations. The incumbent is responsible as the campus “expert” on his/her portfolio of foundations and acts as a central point for requested access and matching of capabilities and interests with the programs and priorities of the university. While there are many opportunities, it is important that this individual have a demonstrated ability to work independently and focus their targets on closing gifts to the institution. As a member of the University Relations and Development team, the incumbent will be expected to work collegially, and in partnership, with colleagues across campus. The Assistant Director will work closely with faculty members as they pursue research support, in-kind services, and outright gifts from foundations.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Must have five years of progressive experience in foundation relations and a corresponding track record in closing major gifts.

  Education/licensing
  Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.

  Essential skills
  • Knowledge of higher education is desirable.
  • High degree of energy, creativity, flexibility, organization and interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
  • Must be able to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.

  Technical skills
  Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new programs.

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to gmsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  





• Business Manager, Technology Transfer Office (Job 8507), minimum annual salary is $46,421, posted 04/17/09

  Responsible for managing transaction infrastructure and all financial transactions of the Technology Transfer Office, including department income and expenses, collection and distribution of royalties, and processing of all legal expenses. This position requires specific emphasis and focus on providing effective liaison services between the Technology Transfer Office and the Office of Finance & Administration, the Treasurer’s, and the Controller’s Offices. The requirements of this position expect management level evaluation of spending patterns within the department, budget forecasting, and the ability to provide guidance in formulating alternative budget strategies to reconcile foreseeable differences.

  Manage the day-to-day administrative requirements of the office to include the following:
  • Management of the department’s human resources
  • Development of job descriptions as required
  • Analysis of salary reviews, with attention to the impact and feasibility of those considerations within budget projections and constraints
  • Coordinate Human Resource development with the HR department to ensure interpretation and administration of HR policies and issues
  • Maintain the confidentiality and the integrity of any sensitive materials relating to human resources, financial transactions, and intellectual property issues.

  The position requires the ability to develop and implement office procedures that respond to the evolving requirements of this department. This position is also responsible for the facility management of the Office. This includes relocations of office space, as well as the most efficient and cost effective workspace.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Experience
  Seven to ten years experience in a business or university setting; previous management experience and extensive accounting experience required.

  Education/licensing
  Bachelor degree required, preferably in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Management. Advanced degree preferred

  Essential skills
  • Knowledge of technology transfer functions including patent prosecution and all associated transactions.
  • Knowledge of Federal government compliance in accordance with the Bayh-Dole Act.
  • Experience in human resources and facility management.
  • Ability to work with highly confidential material, e.g., salary, employee records, etc.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to handle multiple tasks
  • Ability to remain calm and deal with high pressure situations diplomatically.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be organized with demonstrated ability to work with little or no supervision.
  • Must possess the ability to prioritize workload and work efficiently.
  • Must possess ability for independent problem solving.
  • Must possess a professional demeanor and appearance.
  • Must possess ability to adapt to changes in an expanding Technology Transfer Office, including staff additions, increased workload in record keeping, reporting and training.

  Technical skills
  • Computer literate, with extensive working knowledge of email, database software, spreadsheet software, word processing software, and use of the Internet.
  • Experience with financial databases and PeopleSoft.
  • Notary preferred

  External candidates: Please email your resume and cover letter referencing the above job number and title to ddsearch@case.edu

  Internal candidates: Please print and complete the Internal Promotion/Transfer Application (pdf) and fax it along with your cover letter and resume.
  

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