Job Title: Assistant Director for Research and Publications
PVN ID: LE-2411-006580
Category: Managerial and Professional
Location: LEHMAN COLLEGE

Job Description

General Description

CUNY MSI (Mexican Studies Institute) at Lehman College is dedicated to empowering the Mexican and broader Latinx communities in New York City through research, education, and community engagement. The Assistant Director for Research and Publications, under the guidance of the Director will oversee the strategic direction and operations of CUNY Mexican Studies University Press (CUNY-MS University Press) and manage research initiatives.

Under the general supervision of the Director, the Assistant Director for Research and Publications (ADRP) will provide administrative and programmatic support to the Institute, overseeing research and publication activities, and ensuring efficient operations. The ADRP will work closely with the Director and other Assistant Directors to implement strategic goals and academic projects, manage research dissemination, and oversee the operations of CUNY-MS University Press.

Other Duties

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work with the Director to develop and implement strategic plans for research and publishing, including long-term objectives for CUNY-MS University Press.
  • Supervise daily operations of CUNY-MS University Press, ensuring compliance with academic publishing standards and regulations. Oversee peer review processes, content development, and publication timelines.
  • Train, supervise, and manage staff members, interns, and volunteers involved in research and publishing projects.
  • Manage and monitor budgets for research and publication initiatives, prepare financial and project reports for stakeholders, and assist in fundraising activities, including drafting grant proposals.
  • Coordinate with authors, editors, and reviewers to maintain the quality of academic publications. Oversee the design and production of research reports, journals, and books.
  • Organize academic conferences, workshops, and symposia that align with research goals. Coordinate facilities reservations and manage event logistics.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with academic and research institutions, both locally and internationally, to promote research and publication efforts.
  • Research and draft proposals for external funding. Prepare and submit reports for grants as needed.
  • Aid in preparing materials for Advisory Board meetings and other administrative tasks. Serve as a liaison for CUNY MSI in the absence of the Director.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Core Competencies / Qualifications

  • Strong organizational, writing, and editing skills in English and Spanish.
  • Demonstrated experience in academic publishing or research management in a higher education environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with IRB guidelines and data protection best practices.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree required; Ph.D. or advanced degree preferred in a relevant field (e.g., in Latin American, Iberian, and Latino Cultures with a Hispanic Linguistics track, Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, or Publishing).
  • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.
  • Experience managing publication projects and academic research dissemination.
  • Familiarity with academic grant writing and reporting.
  • Experience supervising and mentoring staff or interns in a research or academic setting.

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

About the Research Foundation

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).

RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Features

Department
CUNY Mexican Studies Institute
Status
Full Time
Annual Salary Range
$64,648.92 - $64,648.92
Closing Date
Jan 20, 2025 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit
No

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