Research Director, YCELP
Apply NowCompany: Yale University
Location: New Haven, CT 06511
Description:
Essential Duties
1. Oversees the advancement and growth of the program. Gives direction and leadership supporting the philosophy, mission, strategy, and annual goals and objectives. Assumes primary accountability for disseminating and publishing all program information to create public awareness and support of the program. 2. Works closely with leadership, internal and external colleagues, and community residents to further develop and implement strategic plans. 3. Identifies, solicits, and cultivates community partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program. Develops the metrics to identify and measure the success of the program. Responsible for measurements of grant success and related evaluation. 4. Assists in identifying and evaluating potential future funding sources, and contributes to the submission of grants and contracts supporting the program, including the annual submission and writing of all content areas and budgetary sections of grant applications. Develops and manages the program's operating budget. 5. Develops the administrative infrastructure of the program. Manages human resource and administrative functions of the program, including staffing and hiring, supervision, performance development, counseling and discipline, if warranted. Oversees and manages information systems, facilities, and space needs. 6. Investigates, identifies, implements, and oversees the maintenance of systems to gather, track, and report information to support the initiatives of the program. Tracks all program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress on each initiative. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of missions, goals, and objectives. 7. Initiates, designs, and manages the compilation of program communications; identifying outreach potential, and promoting philanthropic and collaborative support of the program. Contributes to the development and assists in the management of content on the program's website and monitors all changes and additions to the editorial content. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Position Focus:
The Yale Center for Environmental Law & Policy (YCELP), a collaborative initiative between Yale Law School and the Yale School of the Environment, pioneers innovative and analytically rigorous approaches to environmental decision-making across disciplines and scales. Beyond conducting cutting-edge research, the Center serves as a vibrant hub for fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration on environmental law and policy issues-from local to global contexts-across the Yale campus.
YCELP seeks a professional looking to help advance this agenda and shape the future of environmental law and policy through groundbreaking research, meaningful collaborations, and transformative educational opportunities.
The chosen candidate will work with the Faculty Director of the Center on designing and executing programs, and supporting the work of existing projects, like the Environmental Performance Index, Global Commons Stewardship Index, Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance, Remaking Global Trade Project, and other projects as they may arise.
Play leading role on YCELP substantive research and writing projects -- drafting research reports, policy analyses, Congressional testimony, fundraising proposals, white papers, outreach strategies, and other high-impact materials.
Work with the YCELP Director to advance the Center's mission inside and outside of Yale including structuring research, strategic planning, project management, design of new initiatives, organizing workshops and other major events, coordination with YCELP staff, and engagement with partners across the campus and around the world.
Develop and manage outreach/communications to promote and disseminate YCELP research results, policy thinking, and other work products to key stakeholders, including the YCELP advisory board, thought leaders both within the university and across the broader research community, NGOs, business leaders, and the policymakers at the state, regional, national, and global levels.
Support the YCELP Director's project development, policy design, and outreach efforts with research, drafting, and coordination regarding public appearances, conferences, policy dialogues, etc. Other duties as assigned.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and successfully manage interpersonal relations with a dynamic internal team and high-powered partners beyond the university.
1. Oversees the advancement and growth of the program. Gives direction and leadership supporting the philosophy, mission, strategy, and annual goals and objectives. Assumes primary accountability for disseminating and publishing all program information to create public awareness and support of the program. 2. Works closely with leadership, internal and external colleagues, and community residents to further develop and implement strategic plans. 3. Identifies, solicits, and cultivates community partnerships and collaborations to assist in the development and growth of the program. Develops the metrics to identify and measure the success of the program. Responsible for measurements of grant success and related evaluation. 4. Assists in identifying and evaluating potential future funding sources, and contributes to the submission of grants and contracts supporting the program, including the annual submission and writing of all content areas and budgetary sections of grant applications. Develops and manages the program's operating budget. 5. Develops the administrative infrastructure of the program. Manages human resource and administrative functions of the program, including staffing and hiring, supervision, performance development, counseling and discipline, if warranted. Oversees and manages information systems, facilities, and space needs. 6. Investigates, identifies, implements, and oversees the maintenance of systems to gather, track, and report information to support the initiatives of the program. Tracks all program activities and regularly informs leadership of progress on each initiative. Recommends structural or programmatic adjustments, changes or additions based on full knowledge of missions, goals, and objectives. 7. Initiates, designs, and manages the compilation of program communications; identifying outreach potential, and promoting philanthropic and collaborative support of the program. Contributes to the development and assists in the management of content on the program's website and monitors all changes and additions to the editorial content. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Position Focus:
The Yale Center for Environmental Law & Policy (YCELP), a collaborative initiative between Yale Law School and the Yale School of the Environment, pioneers innovative and analytically rigorous approaches to environmental decision-making across disciplines and scales. Beyond conducting cutting-edge research, the Center serves as a vibrant hub for fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration on environmental law and policy issues-from local to global contexts-across the Yale campus.
YCELP seeks a professional looking to help advance this agenda and shape the future of environmental law and policy through groundbreaking research, meaningful collaborations, and transformative educational opportunities.
The chosen candidate will work with the Faculty Director of the Center on designing and executing programs, and supporting the work of existing projects, like the Environmental Performance Index, Global Commons Stewardship Index, Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance, Remaking Global Trade Project, and other projects as they may arise.
Play leading role on YCELP substantive research and writing projects -- drafting research reports, policy analyses, Congressional testimony, fundraising proposals, white papers, outreach strategies, and other high-impact materials.
Work with the YCELP Director to advance the Center's mission inside and outside of Yale including structuring research, strategic planning, project management, design of new initiatives, organizing workshops and other major events, coordination with YCELP staff, and engagement with partners across the campus and around the world.
Develop and manage outreach/communications to promote and disseminate YCELP research results, policy thinking, and other work products to key stakeholders, including the YCELP advisory board, thought leaders both within the university and across the broader research community, NGOs, business leaders, and the policymakers at the state, regional, national, and global levels.
Support the YCELP Director's project development, policy design, and outreach efforts with research, drafting, and coordination regarding public appearances, conferences, policy dialogues, etc. Other duties as assigned.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and successfully manage interpersonal relations with a dynamic internal team and high-powered partners beyond the university.