The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has opened a search for its next Ombudsperson. Reporting to the President, the MIT Ombuds serves as a resource for all members of the diverse MIT community, including faculty, staff, postdocs, and students -- a total population of nearly 35,000. 

The MIT Ombuds Office is comprised of two Ombuds and there are four affiliated Ombuds at the Lincoln Lab.

Applicants for the position must have at least seven years of experience in conflict management and/or organizational change or as an Organizational Ombudsperson.  Experience in an academic environment and with scientific and technical professionals, as well as an advanced degree are preferred.  No salary or application deadline indicated.  (MIT Jobs, Job No. 10801, via HigherEdJobs; MIT Ombuds.)

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