ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY JOB DESCRIPTION
APPROVED POSITION INFORMATION
(to be completed by HR)
Effective: July 1, 2015
Title
Range
JCC
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Director, Nevada Center for Applied Research
Essential Function: Sedentary Work
Description: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force
frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary
work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position, the role in the
university, and the supervisor’s title.* (This section is used for advertisement of the
position.)
The Director, Nevada Center for Applied Research is responsible for managing the Nevada
Center for Applied Research (NCAR or Center) to effectively leverage the University of Nevada,
Reno’s (UNR) physical and intellectual assets and make Nevada’s industries globally
competitive. In addition, the Director will help develop and nurture the University’s
corporate/industry relationships. The Director provides oversight of the University’s Core
Laboratories (CL), High Performance Computing Facility (HPC), and Shared Research Facility
(SRF); networks with local and regional industries; and solicits and manages industry funded
fee-for-service contracts. The Director must meet all reporting requirements of the Governor’s
Office of Economic Development (GOED), the Knowledge Fund Committee, and the Office of
the Vice President for Research and Innovation (VPRI) as they relate to the State’s Knowledge
Fund which supports NCAR.
* Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job
(percentage first with heading and then bulleted information). If line of progression,
define for each range as above.
60% - Nevada Center for Applied Research (NCAR) Management
 Implement NCAR strategic plan and goals; ensure sustainability of the Center, which
includes attracting local, regional and national industry to utilize the physical (laboratory
infrastructure, centers, institutes) and intellectual (faculty, staff, students) assets of the
University
 Provide leadership in initiating and nurturing corporate relationships, and help faculty
establish collaborations with the industry
 Interact with GOED regarding NCAR activities; ensure adherence to GOED and
Knowledge Fund needs and initiatives
 Ensure NCAR deliverables are met and that work conducted with Knowledge Fund
resources is on schedule and within cost
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Direct the compilation of data and creation of reports regarding NCAR activities; review
data and oversee the delivery of reports to the State of Nevada Knowledge Fund
Committee, GOED, and the VPRI
Collaborate with AVP-EI and the Associate Vice President for Research (AVPR) to
enhance the research enterprise at the University and elevate the competitiveness of
faculty and staff
Work with faculty and staff to ensure deliverables and performance indicators are met on
all contracts implemented by NCAR
Hire, train, supervise, discipline, and terminate (if necessary) NCAR staff; assign and
review work; provide direction to meet objectives and responsibilities of the Center
Collaborate with AVP-EI and the AVP-R to secure extramural funding from industry
Solicit and secure projects and contracts to be conducted in the University’s CL, SRF,
and HPC
15% - Shared Research Facility (SRF) Oversight
 Oversee the University’s Shared Research Facility; ensure sustainability
 Supervise the Coordinator, SRF; provide direction to meet the objectives and
responsibilities of the Office of Enterprise and Innovation; encourage professional
development through training, seminars, and committee service
 Work closely with SRF faculty and laboratory managers to determine facility abilities and
needs
 Maintain a competitive research infrastructure that will enable the University’s faculty,
staff, and students to excel in their research, creative, scholarly, and entrepreneurial
endeavors
20% - Outreach and Marketing
 Initiate, enable, and nurture corporate relationships.
 Solicit industry funded fee-for-service contracts
 Actively network with and provide outreach to local and regional industries
 Internal and external marketing of University laboratory capabilities and services
5% - Special Projects
 Complete special projects as assigned by the VPRI and the AVP-EI
3. Describe the types of decisions the position(s) makes independently as part of the core
responsibilities. Provide examples. If a line of progression, describe the decisions made
at the highest level.
The Director, Nevada Center for Applied Research works independently with minimal oversight
to manage the operations of the NCAR. The incumbent leads efforts to create partnerships and
maintain relationships with local, national, and international organizations who utilize and
leverage the University’s physical and intellectual assets.
4. Describe the types of problems, issues, action, communications this position typically
takes to the supervisor for resolution and/or consultation. Provide examples. If a line of
progression, describe the supervisory consultation at the highest level.
The Director, Nevada Center for Applied Research works closely with Vice President for
Research and Innovation (VPRI) to establish goals relating to the operations of the NCAR. The
Director works collaboratively with the AVP-EI to achieve the shared vision and the mission of
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the Offices of Enterprise & Innovation. Arrangements and agreements must first be discussed
with the AVP-EI and the VPRI prior to establishment.
5. Select the applicable competencies required to successfully perform the job. The
selected competencies will be evaluated within the Administrative Faculty evaluation as
Competencies for Success.
Competency
Required
Adaptability
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Analytical Thinking
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Communication
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Diversity and Inclusion
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Financial Responsibilities
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Human Resource Responsibilities
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Leadership
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Program/Project/Functional Knowledge
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Resource Responsibilities
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Serving Constituents
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Teamwork
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Other (specify)
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6. Minimum requirements of the position. Minimum requirements should be consistent
with the Job Evaluation Model. If Line of Progression, minimum requirements must be
defined for each range.
Education
Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Five years of related professional experience
Master’s Degree
Three years of related professional experience
Doctorate Degree
One year of related professional experience
Relevant Experience: Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)
education; marketing and outreach; proposal writing; research and development
Certification and Licensure:
Schedule or Travel Requirements:
 Travel as required
 Variable work schedule
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