The NITMB is seeking a highly experienced Director for Research to lead the NITMB’s research and evaluation efforts. The Director is responsible for the strategic management of research initiatives and external and internal research partnerships that support NIMTB activities. The Director of Research will focus on positioning the NITMB to become a national research hub by securing large-scale external funding, building strong industry partnerships, and increasing national visibility through high-impact programs.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
- An advanced degree in a field related to mathematical biology.
- Experience working with interdisciplinary research teams, federal and non-federal agencies, and community stakeholders.
- A strong track record of successful grantsmanship, manuscript preparation, or publications.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain high-level relationships with academic researchers, governments, and external partnerships.
- Experience with mathematics, biology, data science, and/or interdisciplinary research or team science.
- Effective project management skills, including managing and successfully working across teams, attention to operational and research details, and ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Develops and manages strong relationships with faculty members and other stakeholders working in the NITMB-related areas.
- Maintains and promotes awareness of faculty mathematical biology research, initiatives, and programs; collaborates and communicates with faculty and leadership to coordinate initiatives and program activities.
- Serves as a key member of the NITMB’s senior leadership team and works collaboratively with staff and faculty at all levels across the NITMB and with internal and external partners to ensure the success of the research programs.
- Leads, manages, and supervises research professionals and support staff who are involved with planning, implementing, monitoring, and compliance aspects of research projects.
- Builds and maintains relationships with key partners in governments, foundations, professional organizations, and industry who are vital to the success of the research initiatives and programs.
- Supports fundraising and grant writing efforts to support core center activities.
- Works collaboratively with the NITMB evaluation team to measure project impact and success.
Other
- Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Expert problem-solving and analytical skills.
