Job Description Summary

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by July 6, 2026. Applications received after July 6, 2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

Oversee daily operations of the Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute (OECI). Chair the OECI Council of Fellows and assist with developing and executing the vision of the Principal Investigators. Coordinate the development of operational plans and timelines that are supported by the OECI affiliates. Be responsible for the development and implementation of plans and timelines for both external and internal OECI initiatives. Supervise the URI OECI staff, provide work priorities, and lead all personnel actions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the OECI.
• Assist the Director and Principal Investigators (PI) with requirements to achieve their respective and shared visions. Work with the Director to ensure vision integration for the OECI.
• Chair the Council of Fellows to communicate the respective PI's vision and establish executable plans and timelines for each annual research plan.
• Enforce plans and timelines internally and with affiliated institutions.
• Liaise with sponsor organizations and staff to enable co-development of project concepts and plans.
• Develop and coordinate work priorities for the OECI staff.
• Lead personnel actions as required.
• Temporarily fill the Director role as needed.