Director, Institute of Data Analytics Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 29948)

Description

Looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Interested in joining a dynamic & fun group of professionals? Look no further! Join our team!

The University of Texas at Dallas has an excellent job opportunity for individuals looking to join the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science team as a Director for the Institute of Data Analytics.

Reporting to the Dean in the School of Engineering and Computer Sciences (ECS), the Director will manage the daily activities of team members, including software engineers and scientists, in support of data security protocol, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness. The Director will serve collaboratively as a school team member and interact with internal and external stakeholders and federal agencies to support various data management and technology security applications.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ph.D. degree in CS and 10 years of experience in research and development.

Skills and Abilities

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workload, and exercise independent thought and sound judgment
• Strong verbal and written communication and strong critical thinking skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the institution's operations, including grants and contracts, budgets, personnel, and strategic planning for short and long-term goals.
• Conducts innovative research and implements critically needed programs in network security, data, and application security, security theory and protocols, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness.
• Responsible for data security and emergency response research and implementation.
• Ensure the operation of fault-tolerant and disaster-tolerant computer systems that are required to run securely 24/7/365 with 99.999% uptime.
• Work with various government agencies to attract applied research contracts and grants that are critical to the institution's goals and objectives.
• Prepare proposals and grant applications to various local, state, national, governmental, and private organizations for research and implementation by the institute personnel.
• Supervise support staff and student workers, posting, interviewing, hiring, scheduling, time approval, training needs, and employee evaluations.
• Manage and ensure standard operating procedures for unit operation

Additional Information

Hybrid Remote Work Notice
Following successful completion of an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule may be available, subject to business needs and departmental approval. Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be cancelled.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Dental/Vision/AD&D
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits
• Remote Work Options – approved by department

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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