Job Details

Job Title: Senior Administrative Officer (7378U) Job #77362 - Bakar Institute of Digital Materials for the Planet (BIDMaP)

The University of California, Berkeley brings together top machine learning and chemistry researchers to develop groundbreaking technologies to unlock new solutions to climate change. World-leading chemists, computer scientists, statisticians, and a breadth of other interdisciplinary collaborators from across the UC Berkeley campus, our sister campuses, and the global academic community, BIDMaP is leading cutting-edge research and forging partnerships to address the climate crisis. The Institute will focus on developing a new field of machine learning for experimental chemistry.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 4/14/25 - Open until filled

Responsibilities

1. Administrative Operations (40%): Manages, plans, and administers a full range of BIDMaP administrative operations, including budgetary financial management, contract and grant administration, instructional and student services, staff personnel, and space management.
2. Event Planning (20%): Plan and organize all BIDMaP-related programs and events, including the symposium, weekly seminars, and workshops.
3. Communication (15%): Serves as the main point of contact for BIDMaP and its constituencies, both within and outside the University.
4. Strategic Planning and Implementation (10%): Work with the Berkeley Executive Director and BIDMaP leadership on the development and implementation of a strategic plan for BIDMaP.
5. Fundraising (10%): In consultation with the Directors, determine and develop financial and resource bases for BIDMaP programs and activities.
6. Professional Development (5%): Represents BIDMaP on business affairs to the institution community and serves on committees.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of University rules and regulations, processes, protocols and procedures for budget, account and fund management, personnel management.
• Advanced knowledge of financial analysis and reporting techniques, academic and staff human resources policies and procedures.
• Advanced interpersonal communication skills including verbal and written communication, active listening, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a diverse, fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Anticipated hiring range: $88,900 - $127,692
UCB salary range: $88,900 - $163,900

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.

Misconduct Disclosure

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose any misconduct.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.