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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

200101 Ofc for Academ Fin Admn & Plng

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 111

Compensation Range:

$63,815.00 - $95,723.00

_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._

Responsibilities:

Collaborates with faculty, staff, and leadership across the institution to support faculty, including developing and overseeing leadership development activities and resources for faculty at all career stages. Supports the nomination process for faculty for external awards. Writes faculty development and hiring grants led by the Faculty Affairs office. Engages in strategic development initiatives to realize faculty related goals in the University strategic plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Faculty Professional & Leadership Development

+ Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, seminars, and other forms of professional development initiatives and programs for faculty, in all schools of the University, in alignment with institutional priorities and strategic planning.

+ Solicits input for faculty development initiatives.

+ In alignment with improving faculty satisfaction and retention, designs, develops and implements programming that is meant to improve faculty satisfaction.

+ Serves as initial point of contact for HR related questions from existing faculty.

+ Provides supportive one-on-one consultations with faculty to discuss their interests and individual professional development needs.

+ In partnership with the Office for Data Insights and Reporting, reviews and analyzes institutional data and metrics and compares UR data with national data (e.g. hiring, retention) to inform practice.

Other duties as assigned

External Faculty Development Grants and Institutional Partnerships

Co-leads the development of Provost Office-level faculty workforce and development proposals. Provides writing and editing support for such proposals across the institution as needed. Upon request, evaluates and develops agreements governing external collaboration in education and research, to ensure that projects and agreements are equitable, mutually beneficial, and aligned with institutional goals. Researches faculty development and faculty retention initiatives at peer institutions, summarizes information learned, and recommends best practices by developing and presenting reports to senior leaders. Reviews national research on faculty development and retention initiatives, synthesizes research findings, and translates them into practice. Prepares reports and presentations on faculty affairs for senior leadership and external stakeholders. Assists in writing the office’s annual reports and others as needed. Serve on internal and external committees as necessary for the above work.

Data, Evaluation & Communication

Helps to publicize, organize and implement external assessments of campus climate for faculty.

Faculty Hiring and Orientation

Develops programming and leads training for faculty search committees Participates in the interview process for full-time faculty positions in the Academic Center. Acts as a resource for candidates and directs their questions as appropriate to the appropriate institutional center of excellence (e.g. Office of Total Rewards). Trains Faculty Development Administrator to assist in this work.

External Faculty Awards and Recognitions

Maintains environmental scan of nomination processes and yields for faculty awards across the institution. Develops a tactical plan for addressing gaps in faculty nomination efforts while ensuring collaboration and communication among individuals and offices engaged in this activity. Assists faculty and staff in preparing nominations for faculty awards

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

+ Bachelor’s Degree;

+ Master’s Degree preferred

+ 2 years of experience in education, training or orientation and related consulting experience

+ or equivalent combination of education and experience

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

+ Knowledge of faculty hiring, onboarding and development process (preferred)

+ Knowledge of the current higher education landscape for faculty progression.

+ Demonstrated understanding of best practices in the faculty space.

+ Ability to conduct research including using large databases.

+ Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to write and submit successful grant proposals and award nominations.

+ Ability to process large amounts of information into synopses and to develop and deliver high level workshops on leadership and professional development for groups of faculty and leaders.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals

At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.