Physical Sciences IT Director

INFO SYS MGR 2 (000668)

UCPath Position ID: 40258844

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1124630

Approved Date:

10/7/2026 3:21:26 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/7/2026 3:21:22 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/1/2021

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1300O

Organization:

LETTERS AND SCIENCE                    

Division Code:

1340D

Division:

L&S PHYSICAL SCIENCES                  

Department:

209200 - PHYSICAL SCIENCES IT SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40258844

Position Description ID

166560

UC Payroll Title:

INFO SYS MGR 2 (000668)

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 27

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

A: Manager - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40039885

Reports to Payroll Title:

DEAN

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40062102

Department Head Payroll Title:

EXEC VC AND PROVOST

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

SYS ADM 4 TX

006375

APPLICATIONS PROGR 4 TX 

006438

0

POSITION SUMMARY

In close coordination with the Assistant Dean and reporting to the Dean of Physical Sciences, incumbent provides a variety of services for the administrative, instructional, and research computing functions within the Division of Physical Sciences.  Incumbent is responsible for administrative and technical leadership of the Physical Sciences network supporting six departments and two institutes. In addition, incumbent provides technical direction and oversees the operation of the interdivisional Science Learning Center.  Incumbent also represents Physical Sciences on campus-wide committees, including the Common Systems Group, Campus Computing Council, and Standards & Practices Group.

Physical Sciences is under the umbrella of the UCLA College - the academic heart of UCLA and home to more than 85 percent of the university’s 28,000 undergraduate students. The distinguished research of Physical Sciences faculty has led to national and international recognition, including Nobel prizes, National Medals of Science, and membership in the National Academy of Sciences.

The Division has over 200 faculty members and matriculates on average over 700 undergraduates and 150 graduate students per year. Its departments offer undergraduate, masters and doctoral degree programs, with a commitment to both undergraduate education and a strong graduate program anchored firmly in research.

Our research ranges from the study of the smallest of all known objects, such as subatomic particles, to the largest structures observed, including galaxies and galactic clusters. Our stellar faculty study the molecular building blocks of living organisms, probe the earth’s core, track the ocean’s tides and temperatures, and investigate the processes that control both weather and climate. They map the human brain, develop cutting-edge technology for microscopy and image reconstruction, and explore the frontiers of pure and applied mathematics. Their scientific and mathematical discoveries continue to have a global and wide-reaching impact on all of us.

We pride ourselves in providing wide access to an unsurpassed scientific education, and our graduates go on to pursue fulfilling careers in many fields.

Network Administration in Physical Sciences

A1. Provide administrative oversight of the Physical Sciences Network (PSNet) serving six departments and two institutes with a total of over 5000 end-user connections. Project and secure budgets for the development and maintenance of PSNet. Interface with IT Services directors and engineers, network equipment vendors, departmental managers, and end users. (E) A2. Provide technical leadership in design, implementation, and maintenance of the PSNet. (E) A3. Develop and implement network security policy to optimize access to the resources within PSNet and to minimize exposure to external and internal computer and network threats. (E) A4. Develop advanced router configurations; design and implement the necessary level of network redundancy/survivability through the use of equipment sparing, redundant circuits, and relevant routing/switching protocols. (E)

30%

Coordination of Physical Sciences Computing

B1. Oversee IT operations in each unit in the division through regular meetings with IT managers, CAOs, and  faculty. (E) B2. Participate in hiring of new IT managers, systems and network administrators, and senior software developers.(E) B3. Oversee all Compliance and Cybersecurity activities throughout the departments and institutes in the Division. Also oversee implementation of any UC or campus IT initiatives, such as Career Tracks. (E) B4. Disseminate information from campus IT leadership to departments. (E)

30%

Management of Science Learning Center

C1. Provide technical direction and oversee operation of the Science Learning Center which includes over 220 workstations. (E) C2. Interface with faculty regarding the use of the Center for instructional purposes. (E) C3. Supervise SLC staff. (E)

10%

Administration of Research, Instructional and Administrative Computing in Chemistry and Biochemistry

D1. Analyze the existing computer operations and lay out plans for future development based on both departmental and campus wide requirements. (E) D2. Supervise four IT staff who work in software development, user support, and networking (E) D3. Oversee the operation of instructional computing laboratories. (E) D4. Develop plans for new pedagogical uses of computers. (E) D5. Oversee purchase, installation, and maintenance of all research-related software in the department. (E) D6. Oversee installation and operation of specialized computer hardware used in instrumentation facilities and research groups. (E) D7. Provide consultation to faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows on computational chemistry. (E)

20%

Management of Bioinformatics Services

E1. Direct provision of bioinformatics computing services for research groups in the David Geffen School of Medicine, and in the Divisions of Life and Physical sciences. (E) E2. Supervise one senior Bioinformatics researcher. (E) E3. Oversee design and implementation of customized hardware and software solutions for Bioinformatics research. (E)

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

In related area and / or equivalent experience / training

Required

Advanced degree preferred

Preferred

Typically 4-10 years of experience managing an information technology organization

Preferred

Five or more years of previous systems management

Required

Five or more years of systems programming experience

Required

Five or more years of management large, multi-protocol networks

Required

Up-to-date knowledge of technological developments in servers, workplaces, switches, etc.

Required

Experience managing a diverse group IT professionals and providing high-end computational services to diverse research fields.

Required

Familiarity with developments in software licensing and cloud applications, especially for highly specialized research fields.

Required

Excellent communication skills that enable the dissemination of information to multiple UCLA constituencies.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Murphy Hall

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.