Director, Science Support Services

Position Title:

Director, Science Support Services

Bryn Mawr College:

Provost's Office

Location:

Bryn Mawr College Campus

Job Description:

Position Overview: The Director position supports science faculty laboratory and teaching needs throughout the faculty lifecycle; manages Science Support Services department activities and staff; supervises the design, construction, and maintenance of scientific equipment, instruments, and apparatus used for research and teaching by the College’s science departments; serves as building manager for Park Science and Bettws Y Coed. This is a position that is a hands-on project manager role, requiring creative and versatile thinking.

Schedule & Benefits: Bryn Mawr is committed to building and sustaining a campus community where faculty and staff can thrive. This full-time staff position has an anticipated schedule of 35 hours per week, year-round. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. This position is eligible for 22 days of vacation per year, three days personal leave, generous holiday time (including an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), sick leave, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, medical, dental, and vision, retirement, paid parental leave, tuition opportunities, and more. Waiting periods may apply. For more information, visit: .

Characteristic Responsibilities:

Overview

• Planning: Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and milestones for construction, maintenance, and other institutional projects.

• Budgeting: Develop and monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure responsible fiscal management.

• Resource Allocation: Assign personnel, equipment, and materials effectively to support project goals and timelines.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges and develop strategies to address them proactively.

• Communication: Lead project meetings, provide status updates, and coordinate across Facilities, the Provost’s Office, academic departments, and other stakeholders.

• May perform other related duties as assigned or directed.

Faculty Support

• Maintain an understanding of faculty research needs in the natural sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Computer Science (AI & AR), Physics and experimental Psychology).

• Work with science department chairs and new hires to understand research needs and scope to execute laboratory fit-outs, in coordination with Facilities.

• Serve as communication conduit between science faculty, administrators, and facilities staff, creating a shared understanding of the feasibility of meeting faculty needs.

Equipment Purchasing, Repair, and Maintenance

• Consult with faculty on major equipment purchases.

• Understand and provide consultation on equipment in faculty labs.

• Assist with the procurement and installation of materials, supplies, machinery, and tools for scientific research and teaching.

• Assist with troubleshooting equipment problems. Execute equipment repairs when possible. Determine when to send out for repair and manages that process in coordination with SSSD staff.

• Oversee the administration of the science equipment preventative maintenance program.

Facility Management

• Serve as building manager for Park Science and Bettws Y Coed.

• Oversee and track office and lab spaces assignments and other space plans within science buildings.

• Work with Facilities and faculty on lab designs, furniture options, building and equipment maintenance/repairs and other troubleshooting as needed, including off-hours emergencies.

Manage Science Support Services Department

• Manage and oversee the work of Science Support Services.

• Lead hiring, performance management, development, promotion, and separation processes for Science Support Services.

• Oversee the Science Support Services operating budget, manage credit card expenses, and oversee purchasing.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience is required. Substantial demonstrated professional experience in lieu of degree may be considered for the exceptional candidate.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies, including faculty, staff, students, and outside contractors.
• Proficiency in the safe operation of equipment and machines.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word & Excel (Access is a plus).
• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks required.
• Background in mechanical & design engineering and working knowledge of the natural sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Physics and experimental Psychology) and Computer Science (AI & AR) is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of mechanical trades preferred.
• Experience in supervising staff and managing operating budgets preferred.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; and 3) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

Weekly Hours:

35