Academic Health Science Space Programmer

Description

About Ayers Saint Gross:
Ayers Saint Gross is an internationally recognized design firm with expertise in architecture, graphic design, interior architecture, landscape architecture, planning, and space analytics. Since our founding in 1912, we have built a reputation for designing environments of enduring value. The focus of our expertise and most of our work supports mission-driven clients, particularly colleges, universities, and cultural institutions. Our design approach is inspired by a critical and analytical discourse, a respect for past wisdom, a mind to future potential, and a belief that we have an obligation to leave places better than we found them. Our mission is to engage people and places to create designs that enrich our world. With over 180 professionals, we are headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland with offices in Washington, DC and Tempe, Arizona.

Position Overview

Ayers Saint Gross is seeking an experienced Academic Health Science Space Programmer. This role will focus on providing deep knowledge and thought leadership in the planning and design of health science education environments. The ideal candidate brings expertise in academic health science programming, strong communication skills, and the ability to guide and mentor teams in best practices and emerging trends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a firm-wide subject matter expert (SME) in academic health science education programming and planning.
• Lead the development of data-driven space metrics, from high-level planning assumptions to detailed program requirements.
• Provide thought leadership and establish the narrative “story” for pursuits and projects, ensuring high-quality content and effective communication of complex information.
• Lead or co-lead client presentations and act as a trusted advisor throughout the project.
• Oversee the quality, clarity, and accuracy of deliverables, including reports, graphics, and information design.
• Mentor and guide internal teams to build expertise in health science programming and planning.
• Share and market the firm’s expertise through internal communications, conference attendance, presentations, publications, and other industry engagements.
• Collaborate with marketing and project leadership to develop pursuit narratives, strategic positioning, and interview presentations.
• Maintain and grow knowledge of health science education trends, design principles, and      learning environments.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture preferred; candidates with advanced experience as a health sciences educator or practitioner (medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, allied health, or public health) will also be considered.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in academic health sciences, either in architectural planning/programming/design of facilities or as a practitioner/educator in the field.
• Recognized expertise in health sciences labs, skills labs, simulation environments, and academic facilities.
• Strong ability to communicate complex ideas visually and verbally to clients and internal teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and/or preferred.
• Exceptional graphic communication skills with the ability to distill and clearly present complex data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Passion for design thinking.
• Self-starter with curiosity and drive to advance best practices in health science programming.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Willingness to travel for project-related work and conferences.

Why work at Ayers Saint Gross?

• We are a design-driven firm working with exceptional clients.
• We are an employee-owned company, with over 100 years of design excellence.
• We encourage our employees to pursue local and professional advocacy groups.
• We provide the opportunity to help with pro-bono initiatives that bring design to the community.

The salary range for this position is $100,000-120,000 annually. The actual salary offered for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate’s qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

Ayers Saint Gross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment based on merit, performance, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ayers Saint Gross is committed to providing accessible employment; specific physical and mental requirements for this position may be provided upon request. Please contact [email protected] for additional information.