The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Manager to help drive the success of our flagship Science Leadership Programme through meticulous planning, coordination, and execution. Reporting to the SLP Director - who leads the overall vision, design, and delivery of the Programme - you will play a key role in ensuring its operational and programmatic excellence, collaborating to create an outstanding experience for participants.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organized professional with a passion for developing the next generation of science leaders. The Science Leadership Programme consists of three ~7-day convenings each year held in locations around the globe, including but not limited to Northern California, Boston, and Oxford, UK. Each convening is unique, but our commitment to delivering the highest quality and ensuring the best experience for our Fellows and partners is constant.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes Candidates for the position should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and attributes:
- Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating leadership or training programme design, planning, and delivery.
- An affinity with the Schmidt Science Fellows mission and vision alongside a passion for fostering the growth of others and creating a supportive and impactful learning environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities and a willingness to engage in detailed administrative tasks.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to interact professionally with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Have a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working style with a growth mindset and a clear commitment to the highest standards of delivery, ethics, and confidentiality.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities and a willingness to manage flexible working to accommodate our international operations, management, and Fellows across multiple time zones.
- Be a reliable self-starter with the ability to manage your own work area while recognizing when to engage leaders and colleagues.
- Value diversity and take pride in building a Fellowship community and working with a programme team that brings together a diversity of thought, perspectives, and backgrounds.
- Interest in and willingness to learn about scientific careers and training pathways, with some prior experience or familiarity preferred.
- Experience with modern office procedures, MS Office Suite, GSuite, and Zoom. Salesforce CRM experience is an advantage.
To Apply
Schmidt Science Fellows is an equal opportunity employer. We warmly welcome applications from talented people of diverse backgrounds and appoint without regard to age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, parental status, marital or civil partner status, race, color, ethnic or national origin, nationality, religion, or belief.
The final closing date for applications is Tuesday 15 April, 12 noon BST. First round interviews are scheduled to take place by video call for suitably qualified candidates on the afternoon of 22/23/24 April. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in-person panel interview expected to take place on 7/8 May.
Please send your curriculum vitae (no longer than three pages) plus a cover letter (no longer than two pages) and the contact details of at least two references (these will not be contacted without the applicant’s permission) to careers@schmidtsciencefellows.org via the above ‘Apply’ button.
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