Associate Director

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Associate Director
The candidate will work closely with the Director to provide information and research that coastal marine decision-makers need especially at the interface of science and policy to craft and implement sound policies. Will be responsible for development and implementation of strategic plans and initiatives and engage in ongoing projects related to coastal and ocean policy, planning and management, and sustainable and resilience communities. Will collaborate closely with University faculty, as well as with representatives of other academic institutions, nonprofit organizations, industry, government agencies, and decision makers to develop initiatives and research projects and find solutions to the challenges facing our coastal and marine environment and communities. Will report to the Director who will also be responsible for day-to-day management. Plans of work and performance-based program and project objectives will be developed working jointly with the Director. Adjunct teaching opportunities at University may be available subject to sufficient qualifications, application and approval by relevant Department. Develop and oversee work to implement the Marine Science and Policy Initiative, including collaboration with Rockefeller University Program for the Human Environment and joint planning and implementation of annual high-level national conferences. Assist in Director and staff to organize and lead dialogues with experts across sectors and conduct coastal, marine and ocean programs, public seminars and workshops to find solutions to coastal and ocean issues. Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships across the University, as well as with relevant local, state, county and federal personnel, private-sector, and non-governmental organizations. Assist in identifying interested faculty and organizing interdisciplinary working groups with **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. faculty, and outside collaborators as needed, to share research ideas, discuss issues and identify opportunities to work on projects and proposals. Provide insights and input to faculty as to programmatic and policy implications of research and science efforts to maximize funding opportunities and overall impact on University strategic priorities. Participate in the development of relevant research projects and submission of grant proposals to secure funding. Identify opportunities to expand faculty and student involvement in research and related initiatives, and mentor students where appropriate to enhance their understanding of application of science and research into coastal planning and decision-making. Work with the Director and University grants and budget office to oversee and track grant and project budgets. Also, coordinate with the Director and University advancement staff to support fundraising activities with foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other funding sources. Give presentations and represent at meetings, hearings, conferences, workshops and other activities to allow for a greater presence at such events. Travel to meet and interact with stakeholders and client groups, and project partners as needed.

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