SMU.edu.sg is the official website of the Singapore Management University (SMU), a premier institution of higher education in Singapore. The website offers a comprehensive overview of the university, its academic programs, faculty, research initiatives, and campus life. It highlights SMU's mission to nurture leaders and entrepreneurs who can make a positive impact on society. Visitors can access information on undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines including business, social sciences, law, computing, and more. The website also showcases the university's partnerships, collaborations, and engagement with industry and the community. Overall, smu.edu.sg provides a user-friendly platform for prospective students, current students, faculty, and the general public to discover and engage with SMU's vibrant learning environment.
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About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.
About the Position:
At Southern Methodist University, the IT Project Manager, Senior will be part of the Project Management Office (PMO) within Office of Information Technology (OIT). With minimal supervision, the candidate will be responsible for leading multiple strategic projects - from project initiation to completion. This position will work with cross functional teams across campus to meet business objectives.
Essential Functions:
• Project Management - 1) Lead teams to deliver complex projects that span across one or more business units 2)
Partner with the project sponsor to identify, prioritize and sequence the projects 3) Manage vendor relationships ensuring timely deliverables 4) Identify and help resolve project issues in an efficient and timely manner.
• Communication - 1) Effectively coordinate and communicate progress communication among project teams, customers, and appropriate level of management. 2) Report on project success criteria results and metrics.
• Risk Awareness - 1) Pro-actively identify and analyze project risks 2) Work creatively and analytically to mitigate risks.
• Relationship Building - 1) Develop strong relationships with all project stakeholders 2) Motivate project team to deliver on time.
• Other Duties - Business Process Analysis, System Analysis, Team Dynamix administration, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree is required. A master's degree is preferred in the field of project management, computer science, information sciences or business administration.
A minimum of five (5) years of professional work experience is required for this role, preferably in higher education. Experience managing the execution and implementation of software development, infrastructure or other IT related projects with multiple integrations is required. Candidate with Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate with knowledge and understanding of PMBOK based principles and practices is preferred.
Candidate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool such as TeamDynamix is preferred. Ideal candidate should also possess strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must also demonstrate to have strong project management and time management skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
• Sit for long periods of time
Deadline to Apply:
Open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601.
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits Show more details...
Working with the SMU Media Relations team on... the SMU campus, the science/technology contract writer will:
• build relationships with faculty, staff and students to gather information about science/technology/research
• follow trending science topics to identify potential opportunities for placing SMU “experts” with media
• write stories/news releases/social media posts about projects and programs to fit various media platforms
• pitch stories to news media
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of experience in journalism, public relations or a related communications field. Excellent spelling and grammar skills are a must. Experience in writing for digital audiences is a plus.
Finalists will complete a writing test under deadline.
This is a temporary, full-time, non-benefit-eligible position funded for the fiscal year beginning June 1. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Applications will close as soon as an eligible candidate is identified. Those interested should send a resume, writing samples and cover letter to Kim Cobb, SMU Executive Director of Media and Community Relations, at cobbk@smu.edu Show more details...
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications...
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University’s entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world – and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.
About the Department:
SMU CORE provides a range of research and evaluation services related to education and human development. We specifically focus on evaluation and applied research aimed at understanding and improving programs, policies, and practices to improve the health and well-being of individuals, schools, organizations and communities.
About the Position:
This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
The Active Playful Learning (APL) Coach will work with SMU CORE, a subrecipient of a LEGO Foundation education grant, to support the goals of the project measuring the impact of Active Playful Learning in classrooms across the U.S. The lead coach will support elementary teachers in local school districts through training, coaching, and observiations as they implement the Active Playful Learning framework in their classrooms. The Lead APL Coach will support additional coaches in future years of the project through leading professional development and helping the Dallas team achieve project outcomes. The APL coach will be a member of the SMU CORE research team and will assist with data collection for the APL project.
This position is contingent on grant funding.
Essential Functions:
Conduct bi-weekly practice-based coaching sessions with teacher participants that include:
Creation of effective coaching agreements and schedules, co-designing goals and action plans that integrate and expand new learning, conducting focused direct observations around targeted practice, facilitate reflection and provide feedback to coachee.
Lead monthly Professional Learning Community meetings:
Plan and facilitate PLCs for all Dallas APL participant teachers to share experiences and best practices. Lead professional development on APL practices. Assist teachers with resources, materials, tools, and identification of best practices. Provide support for classroom management strategies and culturally responsive approaches.
Engage in ongoing professional development and serve as the Active Playful Learning expert for the Dallas site:
Participate in summer workshops and attend ongoing trainings with national APL team to bring evidence-based practices to coaching activities. Assist in training new coaches in APL and coaching framework. Seek further education to build upon and refine own coaching skills.
Other administrative duties:
Communicate effectively with all members of the school community to schedule and conduct coaching activities. Serve as liaison between school community and CORE research team. Documentation of coaching logs, surveys, observations, and other data collection duties with strong attention to detail.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree is required. A master's degree in field of study of education, psychology or related field is preferred.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience is required.
Candidate with teaching experience is required; Preferably at elementary level. Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) candidate is highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate with experience coaching in a school setting is required. Working experience in development, preparation, and presentation of professional development is preferred. Candidate must demonstrate ability to work effectively with adult learners by providing encouragement and emotional support to teachers. Candidate must feel comfortable offering constructive feedback to facilitate change, demonstrate flexibility, openness, and willingness to implement new ideas.
Candidate must possess an up-to-date understanding of how to utilize technology in a classroom setting to facilitate learning experiences. Must demonstrate ability to conduct coaching activities including creating materials, scheduling, and communication.
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Specific trainings, such as IRB CITI training will be required upon hiring.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
• Sit for long periods of time
Deadline to Apply:
Open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits Show more details...