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Director, Office of Undergraduate Research & Scholarships (0313U) 12213
University of California Berkeley
Director, Office of Undergraduate Research & Scholarships (0313U) 12213
University of California Berkeley
 Director, Office of Undergraduate Research & Scholarships (0313U) 12213 At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world. We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan. Departmental Overview The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarships (research.berkeley.edu) at Berkeley is charged with integrating undergraduates more fully into the vital research life of the university. The Office works to increase undergraduate and faculty collaboration in research, to support greater participation in research by faculty and students, to promote existing research activities and programs on campus, and to develop resources and funding necessary to expand undergraduate research opportunities, thus enhancing student learning and satisfaction. The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarships (OURS) directly administers the Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP), the Haas Scholars Program, Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURF), UC in Washington Program (UCDC), the Judith Lee Stronach Baccalaureate Prize, and the student-led program Underrepresented Researchers of Color (UROC). It also houses two campus journals that publish undergraduate research: Berkeley Undergraduate Journal, for research in the humanities and social sciences, and Berkeley Scientific, for research in the sciences. In addition, the office supports students who are applying to nationally prestigious scholarships and maintains the Scholarship Connection website. The Director works with the Dean of the Undergraduate Division, the division's Chief Administrative Officer and senior staff, and other senior campus administrators and faculty to identify campus priorities and set a course for the development of undergraduate research opportunities and campus participation in national, externally funded scholarship competitions. Develops policy, infrastructure, campus partnerships, and programs to promote and support undergraduate involvement in research across the disciplines. Manages budget, hires and supervises staff for all programs. Directs development of resources, such as group workshops, central campus website, informational events, and electronic documents, to assist undergraduates in finding apprenticeships, or developing independent research projects. Creates unified showcase of UCB opportunities (for the public and current and prospective students) via web, print media and events. Works with College of L&S relations staff and donors to expand funding for undergraduate researchers; administers funding. Counsels individual students on research opportunities, framing research questions, designing and troubleshooting research projects. Recruits faculty mentors and selection committee/advisory board members. Guides and provides fiscal support to two student-edited undergraduate research journals. Prestigious Scholarships/ Scholarship Connection Office: Develops policy and infrastructure to support campus participation in national, externally funded scholarships, such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, etc. Oversees maintenance and development of central campus database of external scholarship opportunities. Responsibilities Directly Manages SURF:
Program Oversight and Personnel Management:
Budget and Planning:
Policy, Infrastructure, and Oversight:
Donor Relations:
Advisory:
Undergraduate Research Resources:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary & Benefits This is an exempt, monthly paid position with a full-time salary. Annual salary is commensurate with experience. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html How to Apply Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying. Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Mandated Reporter This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/ For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=12213&PostingSeq=1 Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-310222cd969aac409b2bbbf38a29f1f5
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About University of California Berkeley
The University of California was chartered in 1868 and its flagship campus - envisioned as a "City of Learning" - was established at Berkeley, on San Francisco Bay. Today the world's premier public university and a wellspring of innovation, UC Berkeley occupies a 1,232 acre campus with a sylvan 178-acre central core. From this home its academic community makes key contributions to the economic and social well-being of the Bay Area, California, and the nation.
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