Description:

The PDC is NCURA's standing committee responsible for all programs, activities, and publications devoted to the professional development of NCURA members. The Vice Chair assists the Chair as directed by the Chair and performs the duties of the Chair when the Chair cannot. The Vice Chair serves a one-year term and succeeds to the PDC Chair for one year.

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DURATION:

One-year term as Vice Chair of PDC and succeeds to PDC Chair for one year. Total Commitment: 2 years.

Function of Position - The Vice Chair works with the Chair in reporting to the NCURA Board of Directors through the Vice President and leads the committee through its yearly goals utilizing email, virtual meetings and in-person meetings as scheduled. The Vice Chair and Chair work with the Board to develop, implement, oversee, and evaluate all professional development activities, including the Annual Meeting, special conferences, Traveling Workshops, NCURA Magazine, Research Management Review journal, and other publications, as well as online learning programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities & % Time Devoted - The full PDC meets twice per year, and accomplishes much of its work through email and regular virtual meetings throughout the year. Approximately 3-4 hours per week, averaged across a year, can be anticipated.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Leadership - Proven skills in leading committees and teams with experience in task development, review, brainstorming, prioritizing, and follow-through are essential.
• Knowledge and/or Skills - An understanding of NCURA's primary mission as a professional development organization, and a thorough understanding of its professional development offerings.
• Education and/or Experience - Prior service on this committee and/or service on the National Board of Directors is required. Experience with a broad range of university research administration issues or specific expertise in a particular specialty area within the profession is desirable.

Training and Support - NCURA staff provides necessary orientation and support to the Chair/Vice Chair.

Additional Information (Benefits, Cost Reimbursement, Travel Requirements, etc) - Travel for PDC business is reimbursed by NCURA.

- NCURA Awards: Current National officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer) and current NCURA Standing Committee (FMC, NLDC, and PDC) Chairs and Vice Chairs are ineligible for nomination for an NCURA Outstanding Achievement in Research Administration Award or for a Distinguished Service Award.