Director, Multiscale Training Programs

The Director of Multiscale Training Programs plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the initiatives of the Halicioglu School of Data Science and Computing and operates with a significant level of autonomy. This role focuses on the development of innovative education, training, and development programs while assisting the Dean in broadening the School's educational program portfolio including; scholar exchanges, stackable degree programs, research partnerships and distance education. Independently applies advanced and specialized technical expertise and in-depth knowledge and experience in a number of policy and programmatic areas that impact the School as a whole. The Director will play a key role in developing and implementing the Halicioglu Data Science Institute's unique education, training and development programs and operations, and will play a strategic role in supporting the HDSI Director in growing the program portfolio. The incumbent will direct programs with organization-wide impact and designs and develops major program components and administers the full range of the program's operational requirements. They will be a technical leader with knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure and may manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources. The position will establish relationships and partnerships to support both existing initiatives and new areas of academic interest. They will work with HSDSC, SDSC and HDSI Leadership and faculty to further the School's mission and strategically grow existing and new programs. The Director will conceptualize and direct the design and implementation of self-supporting, revenue producing education programs, envision, develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and marketing strategy to promote and expand HSDSC education programs as well as coordinate preparation and execution of relevant cooperative agreements with counterpart institutions and agencies. The incumbent will also facilitate and orchestrate global engagement programs working with HSDSC units and UC Global Initiatives. The Director will also manage the operations for professional degree programs such as the online Master of Data Science, MAS DSE, as well as various certificate programs - including the staff involved in admissions, recruiting, advising, course approvals and scheduling; works with faculty program director and department chairs for faculty staffing of courses, and other student support activities. They will interface and collaborate with DSC Student Affairs, Academic Personnel, and HDSI Business Office to achieve outcomes as needed as well as work with faculty to develop curriculum for professional programs, including the facilitation of online course development between HDSI and the Digital Learning Hub within the Teaching and Learning Commons.