Virginia Mountain View

Executive Director of the Virginia Modeling, Analysis, & Simulation Center

  • https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/21359
  • Suffolk, Virginia, United States
  • VIRGINIA SIMULATION CNTR
  • Old Dominion University
Add to favorites Favorited View favorites

Title: Executive Director of the Virginia Modeling, Analysis, & Simulation Center

Agency: VP FOR RESEARCH

Location: Suffolk, VA

FLSA:

Hiring Range:

Full Time or Part Time:

Additional Detail


Job Description:
The Virginia Modeling, Analysis, & Simulation Center (VMASC) at Old Dominion University seeks an Executive Director with strong visionary leadership and innovation skills in Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and data analytics to grow this internationally recognized center. Responsibilities include guiding VMASC’s research initiatives, strategic planning, and operational activities and enhancing its reputation and financial sustainability. The Executive Director will lead Old Dominion University, regional, and statewide efforts to build an ecosystem of researchers, problem solvers, and entrepreneurs working in or with M&S and data analytics to solve socially important and economically valuable problems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Continue and accelerate VMASC growth as a national and international university leader in M&S theory and application in the broader context of emergent technologies such as AI and quantum computing.
    • Develop and implement strategic goals for VMASC in terms of research vision, growth, funding, and outreach.
    • Cultivate domestic and international partnerships with government, industry, and academic stakeholders to expand funded research opportunities.
    • Socialize and promote VMASC’s research, and researchers, in various forums, enhancing its reputation as a leader in M&S.
  • Champion a culture of research excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration among faculty, staff, and students while engaging actively in mentorship and professional development of VMASC’s team.
  • Oversee operational, financial, and administrative functions to ensure the center’s success and growth.
    • Develop and implement goals that align with the broader objectives of the newly formed Old Dominion University’s Office of Enterprise Research Innovation (OERI), of which VMASC is part.
  • Promote economic development activities in the region by cultivating university partnerships with businesses and governmental agencies at all levels to exploit M&S-related technologies for commercial and socially responsible purposes.
  • Identify and develop opportunities to commercialize intellectual property deriving from research and development activities.
  • Engage university faculty in a variety of disciplines in research development activities related to M&S and data analytics, to include leading or coordinating the development and submission of proposals for extramural funding and cultivating intramural research collaboratives.
  • Collaborate closely with university Academic Affairs leadership (Provost, Vice Provost, deans, and chairs) to design, field, and promote academic and workforce development programs related to M&S and data analytics.
Minimum Qualifications:




Additional Considerations:

  • Previous leadership role in a research center, academic department, or equivalent setting, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex academic and research environments.
  • Substantial publication record in peer-reviewed journals, technical reports/publications, and proven active participation in professional associations.
  • A record of accomplishment of advocating for faculty, fostering talent development, and contributing positively to a fulfilling work environment.

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply Now

Already applied for a job?

Sign up for job alerts

Not You?

Thank you

Share this job

Not You?

Thank you for sharing this job

Similar Jobs

Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (varying levels)

University of Virginia R0072834 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine (Interventional Cardiology) at the University of Virginia’s (UVA) School of Medicine, is currently seeking applicants for a licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (varying levels) to join a dynamic growing t...

Lab and Research Tech or Lab Specialist (Varying Levels) - Flowers Lab

University of Virginia R0072822 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
The Flowers Lab in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician or Lab Specialist, Varying Levels. The Flowers Lab (flowerslab.org) is focused on understanding the very early stages of Alzheimer’...

Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Virginia R0072655 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Research
The Well-Being for Early Learning Lab (WELLab) at the Center for the Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) in the School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for a part-time Research Associate...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Mother Baby Antepartum (Wage)

University of Virginia R0072093 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Nursing
This is your moment to join the team at one of the nation’s premier academic health systems and the #1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. Our hospital is a nationally acclaimed pediatric academic center, of...

Assistant/Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations

University of Virginia R0072868 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Finance, Business & Human Resources
The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is now accepting applications for an Assistant/Associate Athletics Direc...

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Adult Acute Care (Charlottesville, VA)

University of Virginia R0072327 Charlottesville Virginia United States Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904 Allied Health - Technicians & Professionals
An OT1 is an entry level occupational therapist who may be a new graduate or new to a medical setting. An OT1 provides safe and competent patient care at a basic level and shows growth in ability to care for increasingly complex patients. A ther...

Apply Now

Not You?

Thank you