Project Manager

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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IDSS: BRIDGE is a National Center to Democratize Multi-Disciplinary Data Science and AI for Research Labs and Communities and is a center in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Irvine is a core academic unit within the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS), one of the nation's early independent schools dedicated to computing. The department combines foundational computer science education with innovative research across a broad range of areas, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, algorithms and theory, databases and information systems, computer architecture, embedded and cyber-physical systems, computer vision and graphics, programming languages and compilers, networking and distributed systems, security and privacy, biomedical computing, accessible computing, and computer science education.

The department serves more than 2,000 undergraduate students through a curriculum that emphasizes mathematical and computational foundations, lifelong learning, and practical experience. Students can select from extensive upper-division offerings and participate in capstone projects, faculty-led research, internships, and other experiential-learning opportunities. At the graduate level, the department offers research-oriented M.S. and Ph.D. programs, with the Computer Science Ph.D. program enrolling more than 250 students and representing the largest doctoral program at UC Irvine.

Expected pay range: 88,000 - 106,400.00/year

We are seeking a driven, resourceful, and highly adaptable Project Manager (PM) to lead the operations of a fast-paced, geographically dispersed research center dedicated to advancing open scientific computing and data science infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a go-getter who stays on top of multiple priorities, keeps things moving smoothly, and can wear many hats - from managing logistics to engaging with diverse teams across academic institutions and research partners. This role requires someone who is action-oriented and thrives in a high-energy, deadline-driven environment where the ability to manage competing priorities and shift focus quickly is essential to success.

This is a mission-driven role suited for a professional who thrives at the intersection of research, technology, and community engagement - someone who can manage complexity, foster cross-institutional relationships, and keep distributed teams aligned and moving forward.

The PM will function as the operational backbone of the Center, working closely with the Principal Investigator (PI), research partners, stakeholders, and technical staff to ensure the seamless execution of the Center's activities and strategic goals. They will be supported by a project coordinator role.

Required:

• Academic background and experience in selected area of research preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of administrative, budgetary, human resources and financial principles and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to think creatively and independently on concepts requiring advanced analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups to achieve results.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers.
• Solid fundraising experience.
• Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• A minimum of 5 years of experience

Preferred:

• Doctorate in related area and/or equivalent experience training preferred

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $88,000/year- $106,400.00/year (Annual).

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.