Rice360 Associate Director of Technology Development, Clinical Evaluation & Translation

Rice University•Houston, TX

About The Position

Rice360 Institute for Global Health Technologies at Rice University seeks an Associate Director of Technology Development, Clinical Evaluation, and Translation to expand the impact of medical device innovation projects. Rice360 develops low-cost healthcare solutions for underserved communities and provides experiential education in global health technologies. The institute works with partners in low- and middle-income countries and underserved communities in the United States, with staff located in Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Reporting to the Director of Technology Development and working closely with the Director of Education, the Associate Director provides oversight and leadership to the Global Health Fellows (GHF) cohort. The role manages day-to-day activities across design, prototyping, bench testing, clinical evaluation, regulatory and ethics compliance, transition to manufacturing, regulatory approval submissions, and reporting. The position also supports strategic planning for the GHF technology portfolio and coordination of clinical evaluations with partners. This full-time, grant-funded position may require occasional early morning, evening, or weekend work to accommodate collaborators’ time zones, as well as periodic domestic and international travel. Continued employment depends on ongoing need and renewal of funding. The hiring range is $100,000–$120,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The role is exempt from overtime under the FLSA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; experience may not substitute for this education requirement.
At least four years of related experience in program administration, project management, or a related field. Additional related education beyond the required degree may substitute year-for-year for experience.
Ability to develop complex and/or multiple program partnerships and funding sources.
Knowledge of budget management and financial planning.
Ability to develop and implement new strategies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong data-analysis skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and schedules.
Strong problem-solving skills, including developing contingency plans and addressing issues as they arise.
Excellent customer-service orientation.
Ability to lead and motivate others.
Strategic planning and project implementation skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated support for Rice360 Core Values: Innovation, Equity, Community, Integrity, Accountability, Empowerment, and Transformation.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Global Health, Bioinnovation, or a healthcare-related discipline.
At least four years of experience working in higher education.
Experience mentoring engineering design projects in healthcare innovation or related fields.
Experience with medical technology design for settings with limited resources and underserved populations.
Experience transitioning medical technologies from research and development through clinical evaluation to production.
Experience with medical technology development and evaluation supporting regulatory approval processes.
Experience working on grant-funded programs and projects.
Experience working in a highly collaborative and multicultural environment.
Ability to prioritize and manage complex workflows and reprioritize as needs change.
Exceptional attention to detail and deadlines.
Ability to work under tight deadlines with flexibility, tact, sound judgment, discretion, and initiative.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
Demonstrated sensitivity to low-resource settings and underserved communities.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of major programs and collaborate with faculty and staff leadership on long-range strategic and operational plans.
Oversee program operations, administration, and evaluation, and implement changes to maintain alignment with the institute’s mission and program effectiveness.
Support strategic planning and development of the Global Health Fellows technology portfolio, including coordinating plans for clinical evaluation.
Provide leadership and oversight to the Global Health Fellows cohort and manage its day-to-day activities.
Support fellows in scheduling and preparing for clinical trials and partner-site visits, coordinating with the Rice360 IRB Administrator.
Guide fellows in project data collection and management, data analysis, and documentation and synthesis of results.
Guide fellows in planning, editing, and refining presentations, documentation, papers, and related materials.
Prepare reports and analyses assessing program impact and recommend improvements.
Develop and implement strategies for outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships, and fundraising.
Develop and manage program financial and budgetary plans, approve expenditures, and monitor spending.
Assist with showcasing technologies during Rice360 visitor tours, including preparing fellows for presentations and demonstrations.
Assist with event planning and logistics for workshops, boot camps, and training sessions.
Contribute to periodic technical reporting for granting agencies and sponsors, ensuring submissions are prepared in advance and submitted by deadlines.
May support academic program activities such as graduate recruitment and admissions, student records, curriculum, accreditation, scholarships and fellowships, and student progress monitoring.
May prepare and submit grants, conduct research administration, or teach a course, seminar, or workshop.
Perform other duties as assigned.