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Brown University · 1 month ago

Assistant Director, Academic Facilities Operations

Macmillan Hall

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Brown University is a leading research university that is distinguished by its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. The Assistant Director leads the planning, design, and management of research and academic facilities, ensuring alignment with programmatic needs and operational continuity.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead planning, design, and management of research and academic facilities across the Office of the Dean of Faculty (DOF) portfolio

Partner with academic units and stakeholders to align facilities with programmatic needs, ensure operational continuity, and support the university's academic and research missions

Serve as a key liaison with Facilities Management (FM), Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Fire Safety, Public Safety (DPS), and external contractors to proactively address safety, security, and infrastructure issues related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, structural, and other systems

Supervise operational staff to maintain effective, reliable facility operations

Collaborate with university partners to deliver a wide range of projects in offices, laboratories, core facilities, and instructional spaces

Conduct feasibility assessments for scientific instrumentation, lab buildouts and closeouts, office and lab relocations, space planning, renovation projects, and emergency response coordination

Qualification

Research laboratory operationBuilding mechanical systemsFacility managementRegulatory complianceProject managementAnalytical skillsCustomer serviceMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceBluebeam RevuSmartsheetInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailMentoring

Required

Bachelor's Degree plus 5-7 years of related construction or building maintenance experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Extensive knowledge of research and instructional facility management, including laboratory operations, safety, security, and regulatory compliance

Working knowledge of building and laboratory mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) and their impact on research operations

Strong administrative, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Proven ability to manage complex workloads with accuracy and meet deadlines under pressure

Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals and groups, using tact, discretion, and sound judgement

Strong customer service orientation and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Ability to lead, mentor, and support operational staff in delivering high-quality facilities services

High proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other standard software platforms

Ability to quickly learn and apply project management tools such as Bluebeam Revu, Smartsheet, or similar systems

Preferred

Experience in research laboratory operation, planning, design, and construction preferred

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance

Summer hours

Winter break

Comprehensive Benefits package

Time off

Annual paid holidays

Health

Dental

Vision

Tuition assistance

Retirement

Wellness

Employee discounts

Company

Brown University

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Brown University is an Ivy League research university that provides undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a sub-organization of Brown University Health.

Founded in 1764

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

1001-5000 employees