Deputy Chief, R&D - Remote

Overview

The Deputy Chief, R&D, is a pivotal leadership role at AERDF, responsible for architecting and managing the organization’s advanced research and development infrastructure to enhance student success.

In Short

• Lead the design and implementation of advanced R&D capabilities.
• Improve AERDF’s R&D contracting and procurement processes.
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies to enhance R&D capabilities.
• Develop strategic processes to accelerate R&D.
• Automate tasks and uphold ethics and privacy standards.
• Monitor progress against KPIs using analytics.
• Establish and optimize department workflows.
• Build and lead a high-performing team.
• Cultivate partnerships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Experience in R&D infrastructure development.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and iterative processes.
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and proactive drive.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on educational equity.
• Dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive organizational culture.