Careers @ MSU

Position Summary

The Senior Academic Specialist - External Relations, under authority delegated from and representing the FRIB Scientific Director, will lead and manage the External Relations program, which aims to create outreach and engagement within the scientific community represented by institutions outside of MSU. This position will serve as a critical linkage and hub for disseminating knowledge in institutional relations matters related to scientific experiments between stakeholder groups external to the University, FRIB/MSU faculty, and staff.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Identifies potential strategic opportunities to expand FRIB's network of national and international partners and cultivates existing relationships 
• Leads negotiation, implementation, and curation of MOUs for FRIB's national and international collaboration initiatives
• Navigates the DOE user facility and university environment for mutually beneficial outcomes for FRIB and its national and international partners 
• Stays currents on emerging needs and opportunities within the field of nuclear science and changing national and international contexts 
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the responsibilities in this job classification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain and cultivate national and international relationships between research organizations
• Ability to stay abreast of developments in FRIB science
• Ability to communicate effectively and credibly to a variety of different audiences, including national and international funding agencies, scientific leaders, and laboratory management
• Ability to ensure compliance with regulations and standards

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Physics or Chemistry

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in Physics or Chemistry
• 8+ years of experience working in or adjacent to the field of nuclear science (physics or chemistry)
• 2 years external relationship management

Required Application Materials

CV

Cover letter

Contact information for at least three letters of recommendation

Special Instructions

CV

Cover letter

Contact information for at least three letters of recommendation

Review of Applications Begins On

10/25/2024

Website

https://frib.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.