ICFO is a CERCA research center affiliated with the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya-Barcelona Tech, located in the Mediterranean Technology Park, in Castelldefels, in the Barcelona metropolitan area. It was created in 2002 and currently hosts 450 people, organized in 25 research teams. ICFO's research is world-class and encompasses broad fundamental and applied themes relevant to medicine and biology, advanced imaging techniques, information technologies, a range of sensors, tunable and ultra-fast lasers, the properties and applications of nano and quantum materials, and quantum science and technologies. For detailed information, please visit:
www.Icfo.Eu.
DIRECTOR'S PROFILE As chief executive officer of the organization reporting to the Board of Trustees and supported by strong management, knowledge transfer, academic and internal service departments, ICFO's director leads the institution by managing the human, scientific, and financial resources to fulfill its institutional mission. Working both with internal and external constituencies, the director provides overall leadership and guidance for the institute. He/she is expected to further the mission of the institute and to exercise broad responsibility for the scientific, academic, financial, philanthropic, and all other dimensions of the institution.
The qualities being sought in the director include outstanding scientific vision, integrity, communication skills, administrative abilities, energy and motivation, fundraising experience, consensus-building capacity, and a leadership style that engenders and nurtures trust and respect. The director must have a firm and deep belief in ICFO's mission and institutional values, as described at www.Icfo.Eu/about-icfo/icfonian-values.
The director will have a distinguished record of scientific excellence, leadership experience, and capacity for team management. He/she will embrace the values of rigor, diversity, and service, and will aim to provide inspiration to all colleagues, which include faculty members, staff, and students. He/she will have an in-depth knowledge of both national and international research systems - with a particular focus on European programs.
The new director will be appointed for an initial period of four years, which can be extended for additional periods of equal duration. Salary and benefits will follow ICFO standards.
Minimum Requirements A PhD degree in Natural Sciences or Engineering relevant for Photonic Sciences. Distinguished record and international reputation of scientific excellence. Demonstrated experience and capacity of team management. Demonstrated research management experience and innovative thinking required to lead a world-class organization. Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and resource allocation. Capacity to represent the institute in all types of academic, industrial, and social environments. Demonstrated experience in managing International research activities. A strong and firm belief in ICFO's mission and values.
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