What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Operations position at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Posting Description
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS, Technology Licensing Office , will be responsible for Bayh Dole and sponsor compliance activities; optimize operational aspects of technology transfer activities, including data management and integrity, IS/IT infrastructure, HR support and facilities management; manage a team of staff undertaking these functions; and play a key role in driving efficiency and effectiveness in advancing the TLO’s mission.
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Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree; at minimum of seven years of administration, operations or project/program management experience; previous technology transfer experience in an academic/research environment; proven record of managing complex projects and cross-functional teams; knowledge of federal rules and regulations, particularly the Bayh-Dole Act, and compliance best practices and trends in federal, foundation and industry sponsored research; understanding of the technology transfer lifecycle and functional areas; ability to develop and implement operational policies, processes and best practices; leadership, organizational and project management skills; analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions; effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels; experience monitoring data integrity in complex databases through quality checks, data audits, verification reports, etc., and ongoing data management processes; familiarity with federal and state employment laws and HR practices; ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism; proven ability to work independently and to exercise good judgment in the performance of all responsibilities. PREFERRED: Advanced degree, technology transfer business operations experience in a large research university; experience with Salesforce based systems and reporting; familiarity with HR guidelines; and experience managing facilities/office space. Job #24955-11
Salary range: $135,000-$155,000
This is a hybrid position. Tuesday and Wednesday are the TLO in-office core days; additional in-office days are expected to meet business needs.
Please include a cover letter with application.
5/13/2025
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, OPERATIONS, Technology Licensing Office , will be responsible for Bayh Dole and sponsor compliance activities; optimize operational aspects of technology transfer activities, including data management and integrity, IS/IT infrastructure, HR support and facilities management; manage a team of staff undertaking these functions; and play a key role in driving efficiency and effectiveness in advancing the TLO’s mission.
Find The Full Job Description Here .
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree; at minimum of seven years of administration, operations or project/program management experience; previous technology transfer experience in an academic/research environment; proven record of managing complex projects and cross-functional teams; knowledge of federal rules and regulations, particularly the Bayh-Dole Act, and compliance best practices and trends in federal, foundation and industry sponsored research; understanding of the technology transfer lifecycle and functional areas; ability to develop and implement operational policies, processes and best practices; leadership, organizational and project management skills; analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions; effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels; experience monitoring data integrity in complex databases through quality checks, data audits, verification reports, etc., and ongoing data management processes; familiarity with federal and state employment laws and HR practices; ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism; proven ability to work independently and to exercise good judgment in the performance of all responsibilities. PREFERRED: Advanced degree, technology transfer business operations experience in a large research university; experience with Salesforce based systems and reporting; familiarity with HR guidelines; and experience managing facilities/office space. Job #24955-11
Salary range: $135,000-$155,000
This is a hybrid position. Tuesday and Wednesday are the TLO in-office core days; additional in-office days are expected to meet business needs.
Please include a cover letter with application.
5/13/2025
Salary : $135,000 - $155,000
