Director of Penns Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences (MBDS)

Director of Penns Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences (MBDS)

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.

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
Director of Penn's Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences (MBDS)

Job Profile Title
Associate Director D

Job Description Summary
Overview of LPS
The College of Liberal and Professional Studies in the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts and Sciences is dedicated to extending learning beyond traditional borders and engages a richly diverse population of intellectually capable students at many points in their lives. LPS programs include professional and academic programs (including study abroad and English language programs for international students and professionals), summer sessions, non-credit programs, workshops, and symposia. LPS programs all have a foundation in the arts and sciences. Each year LPS offers 600 credit courses for undergraduate and graduate, degree and non- degree students as well as non-credit courses focused on areas such as personal enrichment, professional development, and English as a second language.

Penn's Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences (MBDS) is an interdisciplinary degree informed by contemporary theories and research methods of behavioral economics, decision sciences, network analysis and public policy. This innovative program equips students with theoretical and practical tools to address a variety of real-life problems, putting them ahead of the curve in a growing field of study. The central duty of the Director position is to work closely with the Faculty Director and the standing faculty of the MBDS to ensure the success of the program.

Job Description

The central duty of the Director position is to work closely with the Faculty Director and the standing faculty of the MBDS to ensure the success of the program. Two central operational responsibilities of the position are the recruiting and advising of students in the program. Another important program goal is to help students secure internships in companies, public institutions and consulting firms interested in behavioral science applications. The Director is expected to create and maintain relations with such organizations and the MBDS Advisory Board to ensure students find rewarding internship and research/work experiences. Working closely with the Director of the Center for Social Norms and Behavioral Dynamics, the MBDS Director is expected to help create joint partnerships with industry and non-profit organizations.

The Director designs marketing initiatives, organizes recruitment events, interviews applicants, and works to ensure that students in the program have a positive experience. The Director works with and oversees other administrative staff to ensure that deadlines and goals are met; provides course support for MBDS faculty and adjunct teaching instructors when needed; coordinates the MBDS Faculty Committee; advises students in course selection and develops the course schedule; reviews student progress toward completion of the degree requirements; serves as the main point of contact for university partnerships; helps plan events in conjunction with LPS; assists the Faculty Director in the implementation of new programs, projects and other initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer overall program. Also includes career services, counseling and networking for current students and alums. Summer programming. MBDS administrative functions in concert with LPS (new student orientation, graduation, etc.). Manage and coordinate with faculty and Faculty Committee, complete reports, curriculum development and implementation.
  

• Marketing, recruitment, outreach, and admissions duties; managing advertising, hosting open houses, interviewing applicants, and assessing applications. Student advising, course preparation and monitoring student progress.
  

• Program Development: Alumni Relations (contacts and events), representing program at Penn campus events and various off campus events, marketing/advertising, and building industry collaborations. Work closely with the Center for Social Norms and Behavioral Dynamics to organize workshops and facilitate relations with companies/consulting groups interested in implementing behavioral science solutions.
  

• Work closely with the MBDS Advisory Board and other industry sources to providestudents' internships. Development, management, administration and monitoring students' final internship and research experiences.
  

• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• A Master's Degree or more is required along with 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5 to 7 years are strongly preferred. The main degree must be in economics/social psychology/behavioral science.
  
• The position requires someone with excellent management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; a solid appreciation for and commitment to the vision and agenda of the MBDS Program; an entrepreneurial spirit; the ability to operate under pressure; a commitment to details and excellence in program management; a willingness to contribute creatively to the growth of the MBDS Program; and a keen appreciation and sensitivity for the special needs of the various types of students in the MBDS Program.
  
• A resume and cover letter are required.
  

Working Conditions

Office, library, computer room.

Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
School of Arts and Sciences

Pay Range
$59,703.00 - $113,435.00

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check 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.
  

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