Associate Director, Scientific Operations
About the role
The Associate Director of Scientific Operations, Shared Resources, plays a pivotal role within Shared Resources, advocating for and implementing the operational structure of Shared Resources, coordinating production efforts, managing program managers and support staff, evaluating services for operational excellence, and leading communication efforts.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Shared Resources Leadership and collaborate across the various Allen Institutes accelerators to advocate for and implement the operational structure of Shared Resources
- Coordinate with platform leaders on ongoing production efforts, including capacity management and equipment maintenance and safety compliance
- Direct program manager(s) and support staff, setting clear expectations, delegating tasks effectively, and providing guidance on project execution
- Evaluate services for operational excellence, financial stewardship and their alignment with the Shared Resources mandates by coordinating between platform leaders, finance & legal teams
- Implement metrics and task-management systems to track progress of production efforts, ensuring the impact of Shared Resources is measurable and visible
- Lead communication efforts regarding the operational status of Shared Resources, providing stakeholders with clear updates on milestones and continuous process improvements
- Develop transparent processes and feedback loops to ensure sustainable operational success
- Identify training needs and foster the professional development of staff to drive the operational excellence essential to the Allen Institutes brand of data quality and scale
- Aid in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff, ensuring a blend of skills necessary for the Shared Resources vision
- Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with other research institutions, academia, and industry
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal documentation, including financial practices, and standard operating procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Immunology, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience
- Demonstrated experience working in large and complex scientific projects
- Experience in program and alliance management with demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Strong understanding of experimental design, data generation, and operational excellence
- Familiarity with ethical and compliance standards in bioscience research
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (e.g., PhD or MBA) preferred
- Proven leadership or managerial experience with a focus on mentorship and team development
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
- Exceptional ability to anticipate issues, problem solve, mitigate risk, and provide creative solutions
Skills
- Program and alliance management
- Collaboration with academic and industry partners
- Financial acumen
- Operational excellence
- Communication and presentation skills
- Leadership and mentoring
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- Allen Institute 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
Pay
$167,850 - $209,750 annually*
*Final salary depends on the required education for the role, experience, level of skills relevant to the role, and work location, where applicable.
Schedule
This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. The primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.
Travel
- Occasional travel to partner sites & collaborators
- Occasional attendance and participation in national and international conferences
Additional Comments
Please provide a cover letter to be considered for this opportunity
Please note, this opportunity offers relocation assistance
Please note, this opportunity offers work visa sponsorship