Elling Eide Center Research Library and Preserve - Director of Scholarly Programs and Education

Elling Eide Center Research Library and Preserve - Director of Scholarly Programs and Education H-Net Job Guide

• 02/28/2026 Job Institution Elling Eide Center Research Library and Preserve Institution Type Nonprofit Location Florida, United States Position Director The Director of Scholarly Programs and Education is responsible for shaping and helping to lead the overall research identity and multi-year research agenda of the Elling Eide Center in Sarasota, Florida.

This position reports to the CEO. We are seeking a rare individual to help us advance our approach to scholarship that provides students and scholars with unique opportunities to address critical questions that advance knowledge in fields connected to the Center's mission. The successful candidate's research and program interests will enable them to lead scholarly programs focused on Elling Eide's own strong interests in sinology and ecology, as well as the pre-history and languages of the Native American people who once lived on our preserve. We seek a director who can strengthen the Center's goal of making broad contributions to human knowledge. To achieve so ambitious a mandate over the next five to ten years, this role will likely need to grow a whole education department and at first will coordinate the work of others more than produce original research. The Director of Scholarly Programs and Education is thus responsible for ensuring the timely implementation, logistical coordination, and smooth delivery of all Center-led activities. The Director will work closely with the Director of the Eide Library and the Director of Land Management and Environmental Programs to facilitate engaging, mission-aligned programs and experiences both online and in person that expand community engagement and scholarly participation while contributing new insight to those arts and sciences so loved by Elling Eide.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, develop, coordinate, and execute our Visiting Scholars programs, residencies, and other fellowships Develop partnerships with other leading research institutions to promote all areas of our research agenda Recruit, train, and supervise new team members and volunteers as needed Coordinate, recruit, and manage volunteers to support our programs both in-person and online Establish and enforce standard operating procedures for our various kinds of scholarly programs Create and manage the departmental budget and align it with the organization's annual budget Provide contractor oversight for remote broadcast and promotion of our programs online Participate in public outreach. Develop materials for public education/interpretation. Represent and promote the Elling Eide Center and our research agenda at off-site meetings and outreach events

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ph.D. in Chinese Studies or related academic field Proficiency in classical Chinese, including romanization systems Broad knowledge of Chinese history and culture, including scholarly resources and bibliographic tools, as demonstrated in own research and publications Native proficiency in both English and modern Chinese, complemented by excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for collaborative work as a member of the Eide Center leadership team Leadership experience designing, developing, and delivering outstanding scholarly programs that command the international respect of academics in the field, attract media attention, and advance mission Ability and willingness to build and maintain good working relationships with a variety of national and international organizations to bring together people, projects, and resources in the service of our mission Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational skills, with attention to detail and good records Self-starter, flexible, and able to work under pressure Highly competent with computer software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Project management skills that extend to online portals and project management platforms Programs through social media, such as Instagram and Facebook Valid driver's license (or ability to obtain one within 30 days)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Reading ability in Japanese, Korean, and relevant European languages especially Russian, French, German Bachelor's degree in the liberal arts or a life science preferred

SCHEDULE

Full Time, 40 hours per week Occasionally will be required to work weekends/holidays as requested. Attend special events (as needed)

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Perform slightly strenuous work in varying or adverse weather conditions. Able to lift 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. Required to drive light-duty vehicles e.g. car, golf cart, truck.

BENEFITS

Annual performance bonus (up to 20 percent of salary) for achieving departmental and organizational goals Ability to dedicate up to 20 percent of time on the job to original research — to write, publish, and contribute to the research of others — with the incentive to help drive the Eide Center research agenda Healthcare (company pays 90% of the annual cost), Dental and Vision, and 3% company contribution to a Fidelity Simple IRA account with employee participation 14 paid holidays and three weeks additional PTO Time and budget to participate in other professional development activities both for your own professional growth and to help with the Eide Center's public visibility and outreach SALARY Negotiable based on experience and vision for the job Requirements added by the job poster

• 5+ years of work experience with Asian Studies
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Doctor of Philosophy Contact Information All applicants must apply on LinkedIn https://www.

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