University at Buffalo

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Position Title Director, UB-SIM Programs Classification Title Director Department VPIE Overseas Programs Posting Number R250183 Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59921 Employer Research Foundation Position Type RF Professional Job Type Full-Time Appointment Term Salary Grade E.7 Position Summary

The Director, UB-SIM Programs is responsible for the academic administration of the University at Buffalo’s undergraduate degree programs offered in partnership with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM). Based at the SIM Campus in Singapore, the Director will lead and support Singapore-based faculty and staff.

Under the leadership of UB’s Vice Provost for International Education, the Director will also serve as a key liaison between UB’s Office of International Education and SIM, fostering collaboration and alignment between both institutions.

Key Responsibilities include —

Academic Administration and Program Management

• Serve as liaison between UB and SIM on academic and administrative matters
• Represent the UB-SIM program to a range of external stakeholders
• Foster a positive learning environment and ensure program quality
• Enforce UB academic and conduct policies; coordinate interventions for at-risk students

Supervision, Training and Development

• Supervise program staff, including the Assistant Resident Director
• Oversee academic advisement and co-supervise Academic Advisors
• Recruit, orient, and support local faculty in collaboration with SIM and UB
• Provide ongoing mentoring and logistical support for new and returning faculty

Outreach

• Develop and deliver recruitment programs, orientations, and related events
• Prepare and deliver speeches at regular and special events
• Lead cross-cultural faculty initiatives (e.g., workshops, seminars)

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with UB policies and Singaporean regulations
• Prepare reports and documentation, as required, including preparing and submitting Singapore tax documentation for visiting faculty

Accommodations in Singapore and round trip airfare are provided.

This position requires the applicant meet the employment eligibility standards that apply to those who work in the United States on a full time basis. Employment in this position is contingent upon receipt of employment authorization and entry approval from the Government of Singapore.

Learn more:

• Learn more about the UB-SIM Program through which UB offers a variety of undergraduate programs in cooperation with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) in Singapore.
• Learn more about our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life..
• Learn more about the University at Buffalo, New York’s State’s flagship university

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree and five years of directly related experience. This experience must include:

• professional work experience in a US higher education environment
• experience delivering or managing instruction; with teacher training, or faculty development, or a related area
• significant supervisory experience
• experience working internationally

Other Minimum Qualifications are

• A knowledge of academic and accreditation standards in US higher education
• Demonstrated public speaking skills.
• An ability to communicate and interact effectively and persuasively with individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of Singapore government regulations that apply to higher education
• Experience with academic advisement in a US higher education environment.
• Experience teaching or working in Asian environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to relocate to Singapore, including the ability to travel internationally.

Salary Range $100,000 - $130,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus Off site location Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No Background Check Notification Contact's Name Marlies Borzynski Contact's Pronouns Contact's Title Project Staff Assistant Contact's Email marliesv@buffalo.edu Contact's Phone 716-645-4894 Posted 11/10/2025 Deadline for applicants 12/08/2025 Date to be filled 03/01/2026 Number of references required 3 Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant