Associate Director of Information Technology

About Brown

Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student‑centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will have an impact in the world. Brown offers a flexible work/life balance; summer hours, winter break and a comprehensive benefits package including time off, annual paid holidays; benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts and more. For full details, see the University Human Resources web page.

About the Opportunity

The Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics (ICERM) is one of six national mathematical sciences institutes predominantly funded by the National Science Foundation. Each year we bring together approximately 1,000 researchers from around the globe to collaborate on challenging topics within and around the computational domain. ICERM is a dynamic, active environment supported and managed by 14 full‑time professional staff and 9 directors. Launched at Brown University in 2010, the institute’s funding has been renewed by the NSF through 2030, with a planned renewal request for another five‑year grant.

Responsibilities

• Manage all IT/technology operational activities for the institute and oversee technical development and IT service offerings.
• Supervise IT staff, ensuring operational security, stability, service development, and continuity of institute activities.
• Coordinate with Brown’s Office of Information Technology and the broader technical community, including long‑term planning and resource development.
• Maintain awareness of external activities and resources relevant to ICERM’s mission.
• Support scientific activities, administrative IT, A/V equipment, and develop/maintain web interfaces and databases for administering ICERM awards.
• Represent ICERM on institutional IT committees and networks.
• All IT staff report to the Associate Director of IT, who reports directly to the Director of ICERM.
• This is a fixed‑term position ending 8/31/2030, with possible extension based on funding.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in the sciences or engineering, or equivalent experience in a research‑oriented environment.
• 7+ years of IT‑related experience.
• Proven record of maintaining and running a diverse computing system in a mixed academic/administrative setting.
• Experience with advanced A/V facilities and video conferencing.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• High professional standards with ability to manage competing requirements in a diverse user population.
• Familiarity with AI concepts, including machine learning and large language models.
• Management experience in a research‑dominated environment (preferred).
• Knowledge of scientific computation or visualization techniques across a range of sciences, engineering, and related disciplines (preferred).

Schedule

Full‑time position, 37.5 scheduled weekly hours. Occasional night and weekend hours may be required based on ICERM’s event schedule.

Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.