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Associate Director, Academic Programming, Wharton Finance Pillar

Position Number: 6913144
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Business - Finance

Associate Director, Academic Programming, Wharton Finance Pillar

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Associate Director, Academic Programming, Wharton Finance Pillar

Job Profile Title
Associate Director C, Academic Affairs, Academic Center

Job Description Summary
The Wharton School's 20+ research centers and initiatives serve as a hub for exchange and study where faculty, students, and members of the business community address pressing global business challenges. Their work generates courses, academic programs, community outreach, working papers, published research, and partnerships among academics, industry, and government.

The Associate Director of Academic Programming is responsible for proactively engaging faculty and students in the mission and activities of Wharton's finance research centers, which support and disseminate cutting-edge work in areas including investment management, private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, quantitative finance, fintech, policy, and regulation.

This position works closely with faculty leaders and staff to manage the development and implementation of research initiatives, including paper series, paper prizes, project funding, and student fellowship programs. The Associate Director oversees the administration of internal research funding, managing the evaluation and awards process.

It is also responsible for student engagement for Wharton's finance research centers, including overseeing events for student audiences, cultivating relationships with student clubs, managing the ongoing implementation of student programs, and leading the development of new student-facing initiatives. This position reports to the Managing Director of Finance Research Centers.

The Associate Director's responsibilities will include:
Proactively manage the administration of faculty and student research support for finance research centers and initiatives. Direct schedules and timelines for the ongoing implementation of these activities and provide organizational support to center faculty directors.

Oversee student programs, events, fellowships, and co-curricular activities for Wharton's finance research centers. Engage and build relationships with student groups and clubs. Identify strategic partnership opportunities for the finance research centers to be involved in student programs, projects, events, and other activities.

Supervise the administration of internal research funding, evaluating proposals for relevancy, coordinating the review process with center faculty directors and distributing funding to faculty.

Build and maintain relationships with Wharton faculty and key administrative colleagues, connecting researchers to support opportunities through the finance centers as well as the larger Wharton and Penn ecosystem.

Collaborate on internal marketing to promote calls for papers and research proposals, prizes, fellowships, and other opportunities to faculty and students. Identify appropriate audiences and methods of outreach, and build and maintain relationships with faculty, staff, and academic departments.

Job Description

The Associate Director's responsibilities will include:
Proactively manage the administration of faculty and student research support for finance research centers and initiatives. Direct schedules and timelines for the ongoing implementation of these activities and provide organizational support to center faculty directors.

Oversee student programs, events, fellowships, and co-curricular activities for Wharton's finance research centers. Engage and build relationships with student groups and clubs. Identify strategic partnership opportunities for the finance research centers to be involved in student programs, projects, events, and other activities.

Supervise the administration of internal research funding, evaluating proposals for relevancy, coordinating the review process with center faculty directors and distributing funding to faculty.

Build and maintain relationships with Wharton faculty and key administrative colleagues, connecting researchers to support opportunities through the finance centers as well as the larger Wharton and Penn ecosystem.

Collaborate on internal marketing to promote calls for papers and research proposals, prizes, fellowships, and other opportunities to faculty and students. Identify appropriate audiences and methods of outreach, and build and maintain relationships with faculty, staff, and academic departments.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required and 3-5 years of experience in program and project management or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong organizational skills and a willingness to work collaboratively across teams and departments.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with faculty, university staff, and students.

The ability to manage multiple responsibilities and exercise independent judgment and discretion.

Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and the ability to learn institutional systems.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Wharton School

Pay Range
$66,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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