Description

JOB PURPOSE:  
Provides strategic leadership for the technology services, platforms, and partnerships that advance 
the university’s research mission. This role serves as the primary IT leader for research 
enablement, working closely with faculty, research administration, academic leadership, 
cybersecurity, infrastructure, and external partners to support high-performance computing, 
research data management, secure research environments, advanced analytics, automation, and 
emerging technologies. Responsible for developing and executing a research technology strategy 
that aligns with institutional priorities, expands support for sponsored research, improves the 
researcher experience, and ensures that technology investments are scalable, secure, sustainable, 
and responsive to evolving needs. The role also leads exploration and adoption of emerging 
technologies, including AI-enabled tools, advanced computing platforms, cloud research 
environments, and other capabilities that may enhance teaching, research, innovation, and 
institutional effectiveness. Bridges research, technology, security, and innovation to help the 
university grow its research enterprise while preparing for the next generation of digital capabilities. 

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:  
Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Computational Science and 
Engineering, Scientific Computing, Computer Science, High-Performance Computing, or other 
related field. 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  
Ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in research computing, information technology, 
or a related field. Proven ability to lead complex technology organizations, drive strategic initiatives, 
and deliver innovative, scalable solutions that support research and institutional goals within higher 
education or similarly complex environments. 

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW AND/OR INSTITUTION: 
None 

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) 
An advanced or terminal degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field 
ISACA Certified in Emerging Technology (CET) 
CertNexus Certified Emerging Technology Professional (CETP) 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
1. Leads develops and executes institutional technology and research computing strategies, 
translating vision into actionable roadmaps with measurable outcomes that support 
academic, research, and institutional goals 
2. Partners with faculty and research leadership to understand needs and remove technology 
barriers 
3. Advances secure research environments for regulated data, including CUI and other 
compliance requirements 
4. Strategic oversight of research platforms such as HPC, cloud computing, data storage, 
analytics, and collaboration tools 
5. Evaluates emerging technologies and translates them into practical institutional capabilities 
6. Builds governance, standards, and sustainable funding models for research technology services 
7. Coordinates with cybersecurity, infrastructure, enterprise applications, sponsored programs and 
grants, academic technology teams to develop, implement, and support technology solutions 
that advance the university’s research, teaching, and institutional priorities 
8. Develops partnerships with vendors, peer institutions, consortia, and funding agencies 
9. Measures impact through service adoption, researcher satisfaction, grant support, compliance 
readiness, and operational outcomes 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: 
Knowledge of emerging technologies and their strategic application in higher education and 
research environments, with the ability to develop pilot programs and scale successful 
innovations across the institution 
Experience leading complex organizational change initiatives, utilizing structured change 
management approaches to drive adoption, stakeholder engagement, and institutional 
readiness 
Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and best practices in achieving 
and maintaining Federal cyber compliance in complex secure infrastructures within the 
organization 
Understanding of the nature of Research and Development (R&D) mission and the common 
necessity to deviate from published standards and policies to evaluate and process exception 
requests 
Knowledge of federal and DoW research cybersecurity compliance requirements, including 
National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33), NIST 800 series, DFARS 252.204
7012 (NIST SP 800-171), DFARS 252.204-7021 (CMMC), and familiarity with the Risk 
Management Framework (RMF) 
Experience working with Federally regulated information types such as Controlled Unclassified 
Information (CUI) and export-controlled information (ITAR/EAR) 
Experience in budget development, resource planning, contract negotiation, and vendor 
management, ensuring the effective and efficient use of institutional resources 
Able to effectively convey complex technical concepts and strategic initiatives to executive 
leadership, faculty researchers, Advanced project and portfolio management skills, with 
demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent initiatives and aligning investments with 
institutional priorities 
Able to establish and maintain strategic partnerships across academic, research, administrative, 
industry, and external stakeholder communities to advance institutional priorities 
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines 
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, 
organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, and presentation skills 
Strong analytical and strategic planning abilities, including the assessment of emerging trends, 
technologies, and opportunities that enhance research competitiveness and institutional 
effectiveness 
Exceptional leadership, team building, and talent development skills, including the ability to 
recruit, mentor, and retain highly skilled technical and research computing professionals 
governance groups, and external partners 
Demonstrated leadership in building innovative, high-performing organizations, fostering a 
culture of accountability, transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement 
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft 
Office suite) 
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills 
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette