Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy

Administration

• Oversee and facilitate coordination and enhancement of conflict of interest and research integrity programs
• Assist in developing and implementing departmental initiatives and provide administrative and program support
• Work with the Regulatory Services Manager to develop and implement short- and long-term research integrity and compliance initiatives
• Serve as backup for the Regulatory Services Manager as needed
• Ensure the research conflict of interest program meets the seven elements of an effective compliance program
• Develop, implement, and manage policies and procedures for research compliance oversight
• Lead continuous improvement of departmental operations, compliance processes, educational campaigns, electronic systems, and reporting
• Analyze and investigate research activities for compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
• Work with stakeholders to develop remediation actions
• Serve as technical advisor to Office of Research Integrity staff on complex regulatory and procedural issues
• Coordinate and assist with inquiries and audits involving complex and sensitive research integrity and compliance matters
• Develop and coordinate reports for oversight agencies and sponsors
• Advise the campus community on relevant and emerging regulations, their interpretation, and application
• Delegate and supervise tasks completed by staff, committees, and teams
• Coordinate university alignment with accreditation requirements, quality assurance activities, and best practices
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Research Integrity Administrator

Director

• Lead the editorial review and development of institute research publications, including reports, policy briefs, issue briefs, white papers, and other written products
• Serve as a trusted editorial advisor and thought partner to researchers and research directors throughout the publication process
• Provide substantive editorial feedback to strengthen organization, readability, logical flow, audience engagement, accuracy, and research integrity
• Collaborate with researchers, communications staff, designers, and leadership to produce high-quality publications aligned with institute brand standards
• Establish and maintain editorial standards, style guidelines, and quality assurance processes
• Oversee day-to-day publication operations, assign projects, provide coaching, support professional development, and may supervise editorial staff
• Review publications for consistency, quality, accessibility, institutional branding, and editorial standards
• Partner with the Director of Communication to manage publication schedules and workflows for multiple concurrent projects
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Associate Director of Publications

Architect

• Lead the continued evolution of the Campus Planning and Design program, including governance, standards, processes, and partnerships
• Serve as principal steward for planning, design, and physical development of campus facilities, grounds, and landscapes
• Direct development, implementation, and updates of the campus master plan
• Establish and maintain architectural, landscape, and urban design standards
• Lead consultant selection, design review, and planning processes for major capital projects
• Advise executive leadership, deans, academic and administrative units, and project teams on campus planning and design
• Evaluate and advise on five- and ten-year capital plans, project prioritization, sequencing, campus impacts, and long-range development
• Build relationships and influence decision-making across the university community, trustees, donors, and external stakeholders
• Lead cross-functional teams, resolve complex planning challenges, build consensus, and facilitate decisions
• Communicate plans, priorities, and project outcomes through forums, presentations, and stakeholder engagement
• Lead, develop, and mentor staff
• Monitor trends, best practices, regulations, and innovations in higher education planning, architecture, sustainability, and campus development
• Identify and advance projects addressing deferred maintenance and preservation of physical assets
• Oversee departmental operations, budgets, resource planning, and financial performance
• Present planning recommendations, campus development strategies, master plan updates, and project analyses to executive leadership, committees, and the Board of Trustees
• Collaborate on communications, fundraising, donor engagement, and external relations related to campus development and capital projects

Assistant Vice President – Campus Planning and Design, University Architect

Researcher

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work closely with HERC associate directors and Houston-area school district partners
• Translate findings for diverse audiences through reports, presentations, data visualizations, and other research products
• Supervise small research teams and support external grant development in collaboration with HERC leadership
• Conduct independent and team-based research studies and specialized research projects
• Effectively communicate and translate research findings for various audiences

Content Writer

• Support the editorial development and production of the institute's research publications, including policy briefs, reports, and collateral materials
• Contribute original written content for the institute's blog, The Urban Edge, and other communication platforms as needed
• Ensure content is accurate, clear, consistent, and aligned with the institute’s strategic priorities
• Make decisions on proposed changes and amendments to communications and publications
• Support the distribution of publications, including research reports, briefs, one-pagers, and related materials
• Ensure that information included in publications follows policies and best practices
• Maintain high-level interactions with internal stakeholders to promote departmental goals and strategies
• Manage, support, and promote editorial and production processes that extend across organizational levels and to external audiences
• Partner with the Senior Editor in evaluating workflow and resources and make recommendations
• May supervise staff
• Develop original written content for The Urban Edge and other institute communication platforms as needed
• Collaborate with research and communications staff to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of published materials
• Assist with maintaining editorial standards and publication schedules across multiple research centers
• Support special communications and publication projects as assigned
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Senior Editor, Writer

Procurement

• Serve as the department's lead resource for procurement analytics, reporting, business intelligence, and continuous improvement.
• Leverage data, technology, and process optimization to drive operational excellence.
• Provide operational support across the procurement lifecycle and serve as a backup to the Procurement Coordinator.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, stakeholder experiences, and operational efficiency.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance procurement dashboards, scorecards, KPI reporting, and operational metrics.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret procurement, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Communicate procurement performance, initiatives, and recommendations through clear and compelling reporting.

Procurement Operations Analyst

Research Engineer

• Participate in the planning, design, and execution of research projects under the guidance of senior researchers or project leads.
• Conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and assist in interpreting research results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to contribute ideas and insights to ongoing research initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, results, methodologies, and related research activities.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, technical documents, presentations, and other materials outlining research findings.
• Stay current on industry trends, advancements, and emerging technologies relevant to the field of research.
• Adhere to established safety protocols and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards during experiments and research activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Research Analyst

• Assist with outreach to community organizations, civic groups, and partner institutions; help maintain stakeholder lists, engagement calendars, and activity records
• Support planning, logistics, and onsite coordination for community meetings, stakeholder forums, workshops, and ‑public facing‑ events.
• Assist in vendor management on specific projects
• Coordinate with research center teams to align engagement activities with ongoing projects and community priorities
• Provide scheduling, create and design presentations, and operational support for external affairs
• Recommend marketing opportunities and track market trends
• Perform all other duties as assigned

External Affairs Associate

Frontend Engineer

• Assist in the creation and maintenance of websites for the Kinder Institute.
• Responsible for the design, build, and implementation of new, high-quality, high-performance web-based applications and tools.
• Primarily work on front-end processes.
• Expected to have a strong UX/UI background, but should possess some back-end knowledge and skills, or be willing to develop them.
• Serve as an advisory-capacity operational partner supporting research centers and institutional enablement teams (IETs).
• Help structure work, coordinate across teams, support compliance and process follow-through, maintain project visibility, and improve execution across KIUR initiatives.
• Prepare, coordinate, document, and advise, but not replace leader-level authority, strategic ownership, or formal supervisory responsibility.
• Excel in advanced statistical analysis, research methodologies, and data management, with strong communication and project management skills.

Web Developer

General

• Responsible for the full life cycle of assigned research equipment, including assisting with the negotiation of technical specifications for new research equipment, overseeing vendor installation, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, consulting with the vendor regarding repairs, overseeing repairs as appropriate, and facilitating routine maintenance of the equipment
• Provides high-level instruction on instrument usage to undergraduates, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and external users, and performs brief demonstrations
• Develops standard processes and provides expert consultation to researchers on process issues
• Collaborates with PIs on advanced research experiments and projects
• Works in conjunction with PIs to prepare grant proposals for research equipment acquisition to improve research programs, particularly for expanding cryo-EM capabilities
• Provides training when specialized techniques are needed for research; works to the extent necessary with individuals to perform experiments, interpret results, determine next steps, and write up results for publication
• Stays abreast of the latest technological advances in research and informs faculty and stakeholders of new methodologies. Pursues the implementation of new techniques needed for research on existing instrumentation
• Promotes and enhances a culture of laboratory safety
• Follows the best practices of a shared research laboratory facility
• Performs all other duties as assigned

SEA Cryogenic Electron Microscopist

Accountant

• The Accountant II will assist with the accounting and financial administration of Rice’s Gulf Coast Consortia (GCC) programs, grants and projects to meet business objectives.
• Under general supervision, Accountant II performs accounting functions (expenditure reconciliations, reporting, monitoring accounts, etc.) using basic accounting principles and theories.
• Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Analyzes general accounting transactions and information to summarize current financial position at the unit or organization-wide level.
• Collects data and performs research on details of transactions.
• Generates, reviews, analyzes and communicates financial data that reflects actual financial performance against approved budgets.
• Prepares and presents quantitative and qualitative analyses focusing on variances from budget and prior data.
• Maintains and reviews accounting process controls; recommends and implements any approved modifications; performs preliminary analysis and recommends solutions.
• Produces and analyzes moderately complex financial reports, often from multiple systems; prepares basic management information reports.
• May act as a lead and provide direction and training to less experienced accounting staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Part-Time Accountant II

• Provides immigration advice to international students and scholars on their visa status and immigration processes, particularly related to practical training authorization and compliance (CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, Academic Training – J program)
• Advises international students and scholars on university policies and procedures, cultural adjustment, academic matters, and other concerns
• Identifies programmatic needs and assists in the development and delivery of training, workshops, programs, and activities to promote the adjustment of international students to life at the university and in the United States
• Processes immigration documents
• Performs all other duties as assigned

International Services Specialist I

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Implementing, optimizing, and managing Oracle Cloud ERP financial modules on a day-to-day basis.
• Collaborate closely with finance stakeholders, system administrators, and technology partners.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in collaboration with internal IT teams and Oracle support.
• Monitor system performance, security, and controls; recommend improvements.
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and reporting support to finance leadership as needed.
• Conduct user training and support on system functionality, process changes, and new features.