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Interested in working at Rice Architecture? We are particularly interested in candidates whose culture and lived experiences will expand our perspectives and understanding of the world. Rice Architecture draws upon Houston’s offerings in the arts, industries, diverse communities, and cultures to educate architects for a new multicultural world, and we work towards hiring with the same ambition. A place of many unique conditions, Houston is a window into complexities other cities face, empowering the school to bridge the local and the global while boldly engaging the world at large. Our current openings are below.

Open Positions

Director of Finance and Operations

The Rice University School of Architecture seeks a dynamic and strategic Director of Finance and Operations. Reporting to the Dean of Architecture, the Director of Finance and Operations is a key advisor on financial and operational matters, overseeing the school's budget and other resources—including space and capital projects—aligning financial strategy with institutional goals. With a deep understanding of the dean’s vision and the school’s mission, culture, and priorities, this position is a forward-thinking, highly collaborative partner with a comprehensive knowledge of operations at the school and university levels.

Rice University is at a pivotal moment, with many groundbreaking initiatives underway, including the Budget Transformation Initiative (BTI) and the new strategic plan. One of the premier programs in the world, Rice Architecture is well-positioned for a period of growth, particularly in the areas of research, global engagement, and student and faculty success. The Director of Finance and Operations will be committed to advancing the school's mission and priorities, enhancing its financial stewardship, and managing resources while ensuring responsible fiscal management. The successful candidate will be adept at navigating a complex organization and fostering a culture of collaboration and fiscal accountability.

For more information and to apply, visit the full posting.

Equal opportunity employer

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels, and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Current Rice University COVID policies, which include vaccination, face mask, testing, gatherings, occupancy limits, and travel policies can be found here: https://coronavirus.rice.edu/policies

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