Research and Development Director jobs in Berkeley, CA

Research and Development Director directs and implements an organization's research and development policies, objectives, and initiatives. Ensures research and development activities will maintain an organization's competitive position and profitability. Being a Research and Development Director consults with top management and research and development team and makes recommendations based on research findings and product performance. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Research and Development Director typically reports to top management. The Research and Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Research and Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Development (0462U), Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research 24399
  • University of California Berkeley
  • Berkeley, CA FULL_TIME
  • Director of Development (0462U), Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research 24399 About Berkeley

    At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

    The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

    We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , our Principles of Community , and our Strategic Plan .

    Departmental Overview

    The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research has overall managerial responsibility for Berkeley's research enterprise. It seeks to maintain a research environment that fosters creativity, collaboration and community. Its specific goals are to provide effective support for campus-wide research efforts; to advocate for research needs and resources; and to maximize the benefits of Berkeley's research to the scholarly community, to the local community, the state, nationally and internationally. In support of these goals, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research administers over 50 research centers, institutes, programs, museums, and field stations; administers the flow of research funding to the Berkeley campus; oversees the compliance of campus research with federal, state and university regulations; facilitates relations between University researchers and private industry for the benefit of society.

    The Fundraiser 4 will work closely with multidisciplinary centers, institutes and programs across a broad spectrum of areas spanning the STEM fields as well as social sciences and humanities under the administrative umbrella of the Vice Chancellor for Research. These programs represent research at the frontiers of many fields and bring together outstanding faculty, researchers, students and alumni and friends of the university. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Fundraiser 4 is responsible for helping to develop fundraising strategies and working in close collaboration with fundraising staff across the campus. The Fundraiser 4 maintains a portfolio of donor prospects. including individuals, foundations, and corporations capable of giving $50K or more.

    Responsibilities

    Plans, organizes, and directs large-scale, fundraising campaigns which include multiple components.
    May serve as an expert or lead development professional in a specific across multiple academic disciplines. Works in close collaboration with the Chief Development Officer to support strategic priorities of faculty and staff in interdisciplinary centers, institutes and programs. Evaluates programs using financial feasibility studies and market research, including planning and evaluating annual solicitation programs and making recommendations for improvements. Analyzes needs and assists in the creation of strategic plans for fundraising and other advancement programs.
    Writes proposals for solicitation of individual, corporate, and / or foundation prospects.
    Qualifies, identifies, cultivates, solicits and / or stewards major gift prospects and donors.
    Recruits, trains, and supports board members and other key volunteers who assist in advancement efforts.
    May oversee the work of Works in close collaboration with professional and support staff involved in the implementation of multi-component fundraising programs.
    Develops and manages a dynamic portfolio of 80-100 major gift, corporate and foundation prospects, to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospects for gifts in the $50,000 - 250,000 range. Makes at least 10 - 15 substantive contacts per month and ensures that predetermined fundraising goals are met and raises at least $1M annually. Ensures that predetermined fundraising goals are met and implements program activities to achieve these goals. Results have a major impact on the overall goals of the program.
    May attend functions, meetings and serve on internal / external committees as a representative of the location.
    Required Qualifications

    Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations and public relations.
    Advanced knowledge of all aspects of the campus, including relevant issues for both the campus and higher education.
    Advanced knowledge of the campus including its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.
    Advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, institutional policies, et cetera.
    Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies.
    Advanced skill in making persuasive and compelling presentations of campus goals/objectives and securing gifts.
    Advanced skill to meet predetermined goals and objectives through effective program/project planning, organization, execution and evaluation.
    Advanced analytical, critical thinking, problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.
    Skill to meet or exceed fundraising goals and objectives.

    Education/Training:
    Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training
    Preferred Qualifications

    Advanced degree preferred.
    Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential is a plus
    Salary & Benefits

    For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

    https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
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Director of Product Development/产品开发总监
  • Medical Instrument Development Laboratories
  • San Leandro, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Position Title: Director of Product Development Department: Research & Development Reports to: Chief Technology Officer, CTO Position Summary: This leadership position is responsible f...
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Vice President, Research and Development
  • Glyphic Biotechnologies
  • Berkeley, CA FULL_TIME
  • VP, R&D // Full-time, exempt, on-site (Berkeley, CA)At Glyphic Biotechnologies, we plan to create the protein revolution for which scientists and researchers have been waiting. We are developing a mas...
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Research Development Specialist (7398U) 33083
  • University of California Berkeley
  • Berkeley, CA FULL_TIME
  • Research Development Specialist (7398U) 33083 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ...
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MRSEC Research and Development Engineer - 129367
  • UC San Diego
  • Oakland, CA FULL_TIME
  • MRSEC Research and Development Engineer - 129367Job Description Filing Deadline: Fri 5/3/2024 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, pos...
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Sr. Research Associate, Enzyme Development
  • ZymoChem
  • San Leandro, CA FULL_TIME
  • About ZymoChem ZymoChem is breakthrough science for a fossil-free future. We accelerate the transition to a real-zero economy by developing bio-based materials for everyday products. Our platform is p...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Research and Development Director
  • 24 Seven Talent
  • Sausalito, CA
  • Our wine and spirts client is looking for a Research and Development Director to join their team! The R+D Director will ...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Associate Director, Drug Substance Manufacturing
  • Sagimet Biosciences
  • San Mateo, CA
  • About Us Sagimet is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors th...
  • 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Associate Director, Drug Substance Manufacturing
  • Sagimet Biosciences
  • San Mateo, CA
  • About Us Sagimet is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors th...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Development
  • Center For Ecoliteracy
  • Berkeley, CA
  • The Center for Ecoliteracy is seeking a Director of Development to join our California-based team that includes educator...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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System Software Engineer - Device Driver
  • Groq Inc.
  • Mountain View, CA
  • **Meet the people building tomorrows compute platform.** It takes a united team to change the face of machine learning a...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Development
  • Center for Ecoliteracy
  • Berkeley, CA
  • The Center for Ecoliteracy is seeking a Director of Development to join our California-based team that includes educator...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Vice President, Therapeutic Development
  • Nosis Bio
  • Berkeley, CA
  • Vice President of Therapeutic Development Nosis Bio is a well-funded biotech startup exclusively focused on cell-specifi...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Vice President of Public Affairs
  • Essential Access Health
  • Berkeley, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Vice President of Public Affairs The Vice President of Public Affairs is a member of Ess...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Berkeley, California

Berkeley (/ˈbɜːrkli/ BURK-lee) is a city on the east shore of San Francisco Bay in northern Alameda County, California. It is named after the 18th-century Irish bishop and philosopher George Berkeley. It borders the cities of Oakland and Emeryville to the south and the city of Albany and the unincorporated community of Kensington to the north. Its eastern border with Contra Costa County generally follows the ridge of the Berkeley Hills. The 2010 census recorded a population of 112,580. Berkeley is home to the oldest campus in the University of California system, the University of California, B...
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What does a Research and Development Director do?

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NIJ’s research and development process helps ensure that projects are relevant to the field and produce valid, actionable results.
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Research and Development Director in Cincinnati, OH
Research Development professionals initiate and nurture critical partnerships and alliances throughout the institutional research enterprise and between institutions—and with their external stakeholders.
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Research and Development Director in Passaic, NJ
A research and development (R&D) manager performs a number of highly important roles within an organization.
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