Executive Director, Research Shared Services

EDUCATION 

Required:     PhD in a biomedical science, business, or health administration

Preferred:    PhD and MBA preferred


EXPERIENCE

Required:    Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in biomedical research, shared resources/core facilities administration, or a related field

Preferred:    Experience overseeing administration of shared resources/core facilities administration


QUALIFICATIONS

•    Expertise in Financial and Usage Data Management: Demonstrated experience in overseeing complex finances. Proven ability to manage shared resources/core facilities documentation, data management, and business plans. Demonstrated ability to hold financial accountability. Demonstrated ability to report on financial data, usage data and scientific impact data of shared resources/core facilities.

•    Extensive Administrative Leadership Experience: Proven track record in directing, coordinating, and evaluating complex administrative operations across research, clinical, educational, and outreach activities, particularly within cancer-focused programs.

•    Advanced Data Management Skills: Ability to collaborate with research analytics and data management teams to compile and analyze data. Skilled in ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements and implementing efficient procedures.

•    Proven Leadership and People Management: Experience in leading and supervising teams, providing guidance, and supporting professional development. Effective in planning and organizing meetings and retreats and managing vendor contracts and staff activities.

•    Comprehensive Understanding of Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements for grant proposals and institutional activities. Ability to work with sponsored research administration to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations.

•    Strong Communication and Coordination Abilities: Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of coordinating with senior leadership, program leaders, CCSG Associate Directors, faculty, and other stakeholders across the institution. Capable of facilitating smooth communication and collaboration across departments to support effective grant administration and organizational efficiency.




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