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NEXTRANS Center Managing Director (0901129)
Purdue University Discovery Park, West Lafayette, IN

Job Description:
The NEXTRANS Center Managing Director (MD) implements the Center's strategic plan by overseeing the delivery of its research, education, and outreach programs and activities. The MD provides day-to-day supervision of Center staff, equipment and facilities. S/he serves as an operational liaison to the Center's executive committee, advisory council, affiliated faculty, external sponsors, internal business and academic units, and institutional and programmatic partners. The MD develops annual budgets, monitors finances, expenditures and cost-share reporting. S/he coordinates the research selection process for proposals and the development and execution of educational programs, outreach events, and sustainability initiatives. The MD is responsible for monitoring and collecting various data and information to ensure timely delivery of required publications, reports and performance indicators. S/he represents the Center at events and activities when delegated by the Center Director and performs other duties as assigned.

Required:
• Masters Degree in Engineering, Science, Business or allied fields
• Five or more years of professional experience
• Significant experience serving in a managerial role, and experience in a transportation-related field

Preferred:
• Ph.D.
• Experience with academic (faculty and administration) environment

Additional Information:
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: TIAA/CREF Contributions Immediately

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