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The University of Texas at Dallas

Director, Institute of Data Analytics

🇺🇸 Richardson, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Operations

🗓️ July 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is hiring a Director for the Institute of Data Analytics. This role involves managing daily activities of team members, including software engineers and scientists, to support data security, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and federal agencies.

Highlights

  • Manage operations including grants, contracts, budgets, personnel, and strategic planning for the institute.
  • Conduct research and implement programs in network security, data and application security, security theory, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness.
  • Ensure operation of fault-tolerant, disaster-tolerant computer systems with 99.999% uptime.
  • Collaborate with government agencies to secure research contracts and grants.
  • Prepare proposals and grant applications for local, state, national, governmental, and private organizations.
  • Supervise support staff and student workers, including hiring, scheduling, training, and evaluations.
  • Manage and enforce standard operating procedures for unit operations.
  • Requires bachelor's degree with 5 years related experience; Ph.D. in computer science with 10 years of R&D preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills required.
  • Salary commensurate with experience; comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and tuition benefits.

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Director, Institute of Data Analytics
Posting Details
 Posting Details 
Posting Number  | S06520P
Position Title  | Director, Institute of Data Analytics
Functional Title  |
Department  | Engineering & Computer Science
Salary Range  | Commensurate with experience
Pay Basis  | Monthly
Position Status  | Regular full-time
Location  | Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Posting Open Date  | 07/28/2025
Posting Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Desired Start Date  | 09/15/2025
Job Summary  | Looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Interested in joining a dynamic & fun group of professionals? Look no further! Join our team!

The University of Texas at Dallas has an excellent job opportunity for individuals looking to join the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science team as a Director for the Institute of Data Analytics.

Reporting to the Dean in the School of Engineering and Computer Sciences (ECS), the Director will manage the daily activities of team members, including software engineers and scientists, in support of data security protocol, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness. The Director will serve collaboratively as a school team member and interact with internal and external stakeholders and federal agencies to support various data management and technology security applications.
Minimum Education and Experience  | Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.



Preferred Education and Experience  | Preferred Education and Experience Ph.D. degree in CS and 10 years of experience in research and development. 
Skills and AbilitiesHighly organized and detail-oriented with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workload, and exercise independent thought and sound judgment Strong verbal and written communication and strong critical thinking skills
Other Qualifications  | To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Manages all aspects of the institution’s operations, including grants and contracts, budgets, personnel, and strategic planning for short and long-term goals. Conducts innovative research and implements critically needed programs in network security, data, and application security, security theory and protocols, information assurance, quality management, and emergency preparedness. Responsible for data security and emergency response research and implementation. Ensure the operation of fault-tolerant and disaster-tolerant computer systems that are required to run securely 24/7/365 with 99.999% uptime. Work with various government agencies to attract applied research contracts and grants that are critical to the institution’s goals and objectives. Prepare proposals and grant applications to various local, state, national, governmental, and private organizations for research and implementation by the institute personnel. Supervise support staff and student workers, posting, interviewing, hiring, scheduling, time approval, training needs, and employee evaluations. Manage and ensure standard operating procedures for unit operation
Physical Demands and Working Conditions  | May require long periods of sitting at a desk; repetitive motions using traditional office equipment; bending and/or stooping to access equipment
Physical Activities  |
Working Conditions  |
Additional Information  | Hybrid Remote Work Notice
Following successful completion of an initial training period, a hybrid work schedule may be available, subject to business needs and departmental approval. Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be cancelled.
 What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options – approved by department
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary  |
Important Message  | 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1.  Please describe any/all experience related to this position. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  2.  Please indicate your highest degree level: 
    • None
    • Associate's
    • Bachelor's
    • Master's
    • Juris Doctor
    • PhD or equivalent
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 
Optional Documents
  1. Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
Human Resources, 
 800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418 
 Richardson, 
 TX 75080-3021
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